tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-245469332024-03-18T15:04:27.616-05:00For What It's WorthCases, controversies, the occasional water-cooler rant, and news about Cook County judges and judicial elections
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Feel free to browse here or on <a href="http://leyhane2.blogspot.com"><em>page two</em></a> of this blog.Jack Leyhanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15884163579967286888noreply@blogger.comBlogger4170125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24546933.post-33539027152303851512024-03-16T07:45:00.001-05:002024-03-16T09:27:01.130-05:00Start here for the most complete information about every 2024 Cook County judicial race<i style="color:navy">Bumped up for greater visibility</i><br>
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZsIF4GGLtGwF58yExtNeCF-QoDkmRU5EI4V_aP8BJGxpKMyB0grbJR8M754wuHEq2_6ULaDC6smFfsiqsSkj9NkJmln4E4TMSBKDX8LwJi7IyWjdDyKFEK8_wM1eHvvefwA208Te4qr9V430m5QtsNxYo2kMx_i5cnw1_K5kJonH-bjjR3A/s640/Vote%20button%202022.png" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; clear: right; float: right;"><img alt="" border="0" width="200" data-original-height="628" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZsIF4GGLtGwF58yExtNeCF-QoDkmRU5EI4V_aP8BJGxpKMyB0grbJR8M754wuHEq2_6ULaDC6smFfsiqsSkj9NkJmln4E4TMSBKDX8LwJi7IyWjdDyKFEK8_wM1eHvvefwA208Te4qr9V430m5QtsNxYo2kMx_i5cnw1_K5kJonH-bjjR3A/s200/Vote%20button%202022.png"/></a></div>This is the interactive, voter-friendly part of FWIW. What follows is a list of every Cook County judicial vacancy on the March primary ballot. Voters may be surprised to note how many are uncontested.<br>
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Please note that unless otherwise indicated (with the phrase "November election contest") all of the persons running in uncontested races are as good as elected already (and in recognition of this fact, the Supreme Court has given several of these persons -- those not already serving on the bench by appointment -- <a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/01/supreme-court-gives-seven-judicial.html">a head start on their judicial careers</a>). There are no Republican candidates except in those few subcircuit races where a November election contest is indicated. There are no Republican judicial candidates seeking any countywide vacancies, on any Cook County court. There are no Republican primary contests at all. The following is not a partisan statement; it is merely a statement of fact: In the March 19 primary, in order to have any say in who serves in our local courts, one has to take a Democratic ballot.<br>
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Of course, not all races are uncontested. These are the ones voters should be looking for. All the contested races in the list below are live links. When you click on any of these, you'll be taken to a post that will show all the candidates in that race, in ballot order, with all ratings and other information about each candidate that I've been able to assemble. Where a candidate has provided FWIW with a statement "in their own words", a link to that statement will be available from that post as well.<br>
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There is a link at the bottom of each of these Organizing the Data posts, so voters can examine each contested race in detail, one candidate at a time, and come right back here.<br>
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The linked posts will be updated as new information becomes available, right up until the polls close next Tuesday. This post will be at or near the top of FWIW until then.<br>
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And now the list:<br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-supreme-court-burke.html">Supreme Court - Burke Vacancy</a><br>
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Appellate Court - Connors Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-appellate-court.html">Appellate Court - Cunningham Vacancy</a><br>
<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-appellate-court-delort.html">Appellate Court - Delort Vacancy</a><br>
Appellate Court - O'Neill Burke Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-countywide-flannery-jr.html">Countywide - Flannery, Jr. Vacancy</a><br>
Countywide - Gaughan Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
Countywide - Haberkorn Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
Countywide - Hubbard Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
Countywide - Maras Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-countywide-mitchell.html">Countywide - Mitchell Vacancy</a><br>
<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-countywide-murphy.html">Countywide - Murphy Vacancy</a><br>
<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-countywide-propes.html">Countywide - Propes Vacancy</a><br>
Countywide - Raines Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
Countywide - Sullivan Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
Countywide - Walker Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-3rd-subcircuit-adams.html">3rd Subcircuit - Brosnahan Vacancy</a><br>
3rd Subcircuit - Harmening Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
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4th Subcircuit - Felice Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
4th Subcircuit - King Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
4th Subcircuit - Maloney Vacancy (uncontensted)<br>
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5th Subcircuit - Lewis Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-7th-subcircuit.html">7th Subcircuit - Solganick Vacancy</a><br>
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8th Subcircuit - Collins-Dole Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
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10th Subcircuit - McWilliams Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-10th-subcircuit.html">10th Subcircuit - Wojkowski Vacancy</a><br>
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11th Subcircuit - Collins Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-11th-subcircuit-daleo.html">11th Subcircuit - Daleao Vacancy</a><br>
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12th Subcircuit - Dickler Vacancy (uncontested)(November election contest)<br>
12th Subcircuit - Quinn Vacancy (uncontested)(November election contest)<br>
12th Subcircuit - Schleifer Vacancy (uncontested)(November election contest)<br>
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13th Subcircuit - Betar, III Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
13th Subcircuit - Steffen Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-14th-subcircuit-ohara.html">14th Subcircuit - O'Hara Vacancy</a><br>
14th Subcircuit - Pierce Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-15th-subcircuit.html">15th Subcircuit - Demacopoulos Vacancy</a><br>
15th Subcircuit - Toomin Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
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16th Subcircuit - Converted from Flood Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
16th Subcircuit - Converted from Griffin Jr. Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
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17th Subcircuit - Converted from Aguilar Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
17th Subcircuit - Converted from Flaherty Vacancy (uncontested)<br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-18th-subcircuit-vacancy.html">18th Subcircuit - Converted from Gottainer Edidin Vacancy</a><br>
18th Subcircuit - Converted from Linn Vacancy (uncontested)(November election contest)<br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-19th-subcircuit-vacancy.html">19th Subcircuit - Converted from Senechalle Jr. Vacancy</a><br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/organizing-data-20th-subcircuit-vacancy.html">20th Subcircuit - Converted from Budzinski Vacancy</a>Jack Leyhanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15884163579967286888noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24546933.post-64756897638532617342024-03-15T19:21:00.000-05:002024-03-15T19:21:02.276-05:00Steve Demitro: In his own words<i>Steve Demitro is a candidate for the O'Hara vacancy in the 14th Subcircuit. His punch number is 162.</i><br>
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I am one of nine children born to immigrant parents who did not speak English, yet worked hard to raise their large family.<br>
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I started my adult life as a high school dropout. After much work and a few breaks, I completed my GED, finished college, graduated from law school and passed the Illinois Bar.<br>
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With the experience I obtained during several diverse positions in my life, with my legal knowledge, and my integrity, honesty and commitment to the rule of law, I believe I would be an asset to the Circuit Court of Cook County.<br>
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My diverse background has taught me a great deal about people and their need for a fair and impartial justice.<br>
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I will treat all persons who appear before me with dignity, courtesy, and professionalism.<br>
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I will strive to make a fair and impartial decision in every case.<br>
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Steve Demitro<br>
<a href="https://demitro4judge.com/">https://demitro4judge.com</a>Jack Leyhanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15884163579967286888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24546933.post-70081105719355295432024-03-15T13:29:00.004-05:002024-03-16T08:19:12.128-05:00OK, so what else you got?<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHGymL3enEJ1HF5WmcA1kBO7f2C092g24x5VZly254ufO46GDQfqeriIjmFcs8qwhxkezvUVvgVKzt1cA1MoGNtsG8QOnwt1APjy9ThhlGEkl6uo-qJ3kuZX-2MbQUSmIp4px09BanNsY2emsFaNjrmZSB4lgoQktEQH6W6aJcDS6iFNEvyong/s266/Empty%20Honey%20Pot.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; clear: left; float: left;"><img alt="" border="0" height="200" data-original-height="266" data-original-width="189" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHGymL3enEJ1HF5WmcA1kBO7f2C092g24x5VZly254ufO46GDQfqeriIjmFcs8qwhxkezvUVvgVKzt1cA1MoGNtsG8QOnwt1APjy9ThhlGEkl6uo-qJ3kuZX-2MbQUSmIp4px09BanNsY2emsFaNjrmZSB4lgoQktEQH6W6aJcDS6iFNEvyong/s200/Empty%20Honey%20Pot.jpg"/></a></div>You're a determined, and somewhat skeptical, voter. Fine. You've gone through the <a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/start-here-for-most-complete.html">Start Here</a> post, and clicked or scrolled through all <a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/search/label/Organizing%20the%20Data">Organizing the Data</a> posts on all the contested races on your ballot.<br>
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You take nothing for granted. You've looked at all the <a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/search/label/Endorsements">Endorsements</a> posts, too, making sure that I didn't give a candidate credit for any endorsement I couldn't actually verify. (<b>Pro tip:</b> Many candidates have more endorsements than I list here on FWIW -- but I only report endorsements where I can confirm the identity of all Cook County judicial candidates to whom the endorser gave the nod -- you can often find more endorsements for candidates on their respective websites.)<br>
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But you want more.<br>
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You want to be certain that I'm not holding out on you.<br>
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Well, perhaps you will find it helpful to look at <a href="https://www.voteforjudges.org/">VoteForJudges.org</a>... or Charlie Meyerson's <a href="https://www.chicagopublicsquare.com/2024/02/chicago-public-square-2024-illinois.html"><i>Chicago Public Square</i> 2024 Illinois Primary Voter Guide Guide</a> (a guide to voter guides). Both will offer to send you <i>right back here to FWIW</i> (if you're a sci-fi buff, you may be concerned about getting trapped in a temporal loop but, as far as I know, no one has ever reported that happening... <i>not they <b>could report back</b>, of course, if it actually happened</i>...).<br>
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VoteForJudges.org and <i>Chicago Public Square</i> will also offer you <a href="https://www.ballotready.org/">BallotReady</a>, which will build a ballot for you and provide information about each candidate on the ballot.<br>
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<i>Chicago Public Square</i> and BallotReady deal with the <i>entire</i> ballot, not just the judicial races, so you may find that helpful.<br>
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Or your search engine may have set you down here despite the fact that <i>you don't vote in Cook County and don't care about judicial elections here</i>. Two things: (1) Be grateful that AI hasn't advanced to that stage yet, so we can still laugh about it, even if it <i>is</i> increasingly nervous laughter and (2) if you are from Illinois, outside of Cook County, you can find Illinois State Bar Association evaluations of judicial candidates seeking election in your county by <a href="https://www.isba.org/judicial-elections/counties">clicking to this page of the ISBA website</a> and finding your county there.<br>
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And, of course, there's always the <a href="https://interactives.injusticewatch.org/judicial-election-guide/2024-primary/en/">March 2024 Cook County Judicial Election Guide</a> published by <a href="https://www.injusticewatch.org/"><i>Injustice Watch</i></a>. We all publish the same bar association ratings, but, just for one example, the <i>Injustice Watch</i> guide often has information about candidate spending and finance that I haven't reported. You may find that helpful.<br>
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Readers may also find some stand-alone stories about the current election cycle to be of interest. For example:<br>
<blockquote><ul><li>"<a href="https://www.injusticewatch.org/judges/judicial-elections/2024-primary/2024/14th-subcircuit-community-representation/">In a hyper-local judicial race, questions about what counts as community representation</a>," about the contest in the 14th Subcircuit, by Maya Dukmasova and Alejandra Cancino, <i>Injustice Watch</i>, published March 12,</li>
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<li>"<a href="https://www.injusticewatch.org/judges/judicial-elections/2024-primary/2024/deidre-baumann-perennial-candidate-profile/">A perennial candidate pins her hopes on her sixth run for judge</a>," by Kelly Garcia, a story about the 7th Subcircuit contest, <i>Injustice Watch</i>, published March 12 (in which yours truly is quoted),</li>
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<li>"<a href="https://www.injusticewatch.org/judges/judicial-elections/2024/name-change-law-used-to-target-women-running-for-judge/">Name-change law used to target women running for judge</a>," by Grace Asiegbu, <i>Injustice Watch</i>, published March 14 (in which yours truly is <i>not</i> quoted, but see also, "<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/01/has-7-102-of-election-code-become-catch.html">Has §7-10.2 of the Election Code become a Catch-22 for married women running for judge?</a>", FWIW, published January 16, and four subsequent articles <a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/02/appellate-court-issues-rule-23-order-in.html">including this one</a>) (update - a motion to publish has been allowed in the <i>Rice</i> case - more on that later),</li>
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<li>"<a href="https://www.oakpark.com/2024/03/13/kimberly-przekota-squares-off-against-audrey-cosgrove-in-race-for-judge/">Kim Przekota squares off against Audrey Cosgrove in race for judge</a>," by Bob Skolnik, Wednesday <i>Journal</i>, first published March 13, and</li>
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<li>"<a href="https://www.rblandmark.com/2024/03/12/will-third-time-be-a-charm-for-martin-reggis-run-for-judge/">Will third time be a charm for Martin Reggi’s run for judge?</a>", by Bob Skolnik, Riverside-Brookfield <i>Landmark</i>, published March 12.</li></ul></blockquote>
Voters really can find a lot of information about Cook County judicial candidates... if they want to look.Jack Leyhanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15884163579967286888noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24546933.post-15662768051120551432024-03-15T09:47:00.001-05:002024-03-15T09:47:48.281-05:00Last and final pre-primary 'grids' from the AllianceReaders who closely examined yesterday's <a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/search/label/Organizing%20the%20Data">Organizing the Data</a> posts may have noticed a couple of instances where the Alliance ratings recited therein did not tie back to the last incarnation of Alliance grids posted here on FWIW. There was a reason.<br>
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I had a new, updated, presumably final set of grids from the Alliance to work from. I didn't have time yesterday to post these -- but I do so herewith.<br>
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For persons not familiar with the Alliance grids, here is the ratings key:<br>
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The hard one to spot, depending on the device on which you're viewing this, may be the superscript <sup>1</sup> in several boxes. This symbol denotes that the particular group was unable to evaluate the particular candidate, and it's not the candidate's fault.<br>
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A complete list of all the Alliance bar groups and links to their respective websites follows at the end of this post.<br>
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Click on any image to enlarge or clarify:<br>
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The Alliance of Bar Associations for Judicial Screening is comprised of the <a href="https://arabbar.org/">Arab American Bar Association</a> (AABAR), the <a href="https://aabaogc.wildapricot.org/">Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Chicago Area</a> (AABA), the <a href="https://www.blackmenlawyersassociation.org/">Black Men Lawyers’ Association</a> (BMLA), the <a href="https://bwla.org/">Black Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater Chicago</a> (BWLA), the <a href="https://chicagocouncil.org/">Chicago Council of Lawyers</a> (CCL), the <a href="https://www.cookcountybar.org/">Cook County Bar Association</a> (CCBA), the <a href="https://www.decaloguesociety.org/">Decalogue Society of Lawyers</a> (DSL), the <a href="https://hellenicbar.org/">Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois</a> (HBA), the <a href="https://hlai.org/">Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois</a> (HLAI), the <a href="https://www.isba.org/">Illinois State Bar Association</a> (ISBA), <a href="https://lagbac.org/">Chicago’s LGBTQ+ Bar Association</a> (LAGBAC), the <a href="https://www.prbalawil.com/">Puerto Rican Bar Association</a> (PRBA), and <a href="https://wbaillinois.org/">Women’s Bar Association of Illinois</a> (WBAI), working collaboratively to improve the process of screening judicial candidates in Cook County, Illinois.<br>
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In looking at these evaluations, keep this statement from the Alliance in mind: "Judicial candidates are rated by the Alliance members based on detailed information supplied by candidates, a background check by trained lawyers/investigators, and interviews of each candidate. Ratings reflect the Alliance's opinion of whether candidates have the necessary qualifications for judicial service or ascension to a higher office and are not a reflection of the candidates' abilities as lawyers or judges."Jack Leyhanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15884163579967286888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24546933.post-46968304996906711972024-03-14T18:50:00.000-05:002024-03-14T18:50:23.533-05:00Organizing the Data: 3rd Subcircuit - Adams Brosnahan vacancy<blockquote><span style="font-style: italic;">Candidates are listed in the order that they appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary; no Republican filed for this vacancy. This post may be updated before the primary as new information becomes available.</span></blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Lucy Vazquez-Gonzalez - #161</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.friendsoflvg4judge.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bar Association Evaluation Narratives</span></span>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Lucy Vazquez is “Not Recommended” for the office of Circuit Judge. Ms. Vazquez was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2009. She is currently a solo practitioner concentrating in family law and immigration. At this stage of her career, Ms. Vazquez does not possess sufficient practice experience to effectively serve as a judge. Also, Ms. Vazquez needs to address concerns about her punctuality and tardiness.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Lucesther “Lucy” Vazquez was admitted to practice in 2009. She worked as an associate in a small firm handling family law cases from 2009 to 2017. She became a solo practitioner in 2017 where she handles family law, probate, immigration, and mediation matters. Most of her courtroom work is as a guardian ad litem. She has served as an administrative law judge from 2020 to the present handling non-complex City of Chicago building code violations. She is reported to be knowledgeable in her fields of practice and she is reported to have a good temperament. However, the Council is concerned that there have been reports questioning her punctuality and diligence --noting that she sometimes fails to meet court deadlines and return communications to other lawyers. We are also concerned about her lack of litigation experience in more complex matters. The Council finds her Not Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Ms. Lucester “Lucy” Vazquez-Gonzalez has been licensed since 2009. After working with several law firms in the area of family law; since 2017 she has had her own practice, focusing on family law and immigration. She is an appointed Guardian Ad Litem in Cook, Will and DuPage counties and has been an Administrative Law Judge since 2020 hearing building code violations. She is the Secretary of the Puerto Rican Bar Association, a member of various other bar associations, and has been an adjunct professor at the University of Illinois – Chicago School of Law, formerly known as The John Marshall Law School.<br>
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Most, but not all, attorneys contacted during the investigation reported that she has an excellent handle on family law; some disagreed, stating that she did not have a good grasp of the law, and that her cases were not complex legally. There were no concerns over sensitivity to diversity, fairness, or demeanor. She has no jury trial experience and limited bench trials, especially in recent years. ISBA finds Lucy Vazquez-Gonzalez <b>not qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Not Evaluated (through no fault of the candidate)<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Martin Douglas Reggi - #162</span></div>
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No 2024 Campaign Website found<br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote><i>The CBA's evaluation was still 'pending' when this post was published. This will be updated when a rating issues. - Ed.</i></blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Martin Reggi was admitted to practice in 1980. He served from 1980 to 1985 as an Assistant Cook County State’s Attorney. He has been a sole practitioner since 1985 with a litigation practice spanning a variety of civil and criminal matters.<br>
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Mr. Reggi is considered to have good legal ability with substantial litigation experience, much of which involving more complex matters. He is praised for his temperament. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Martin Reggi has been licensed since 1980. Except for several years early on as an assistant state’s attorney, he has been a sole practitioner with a general practice focusing on criminal defense, civil litigation, real estate closing, Secretary of State hearings and evictions. He has some jury trial experience, none of it recent, bench trial experience in what appear to be misdemeanors: quasi-criminal hearings appear to be in municipal matters. He is a member of various bar associations but has not been active in those organizations or in any community activities.<br>
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While attorneys reported that he is fair, impartial, a realist in his representation of clients, and treats all with respect, concerns were raised during the investigation about the depth and breadth of his current legal experience. ISBA finds Martin Douglas Reggi <b>not qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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Jack Leyhanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15884163579967286888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24546933.post-76349882352696105952024-03-14T17:42:00.000-05:002024-03-14T17:42:08.745-05:00Organizing the Data: 10th Subcircuit - Wojkowski vacancy<blockquote><span style="font-style: italic;">Candidates are listed in the order that they appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary; no Republican filed for this vacancy. This post may be updated before the primary as new information becomes available.</span></blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Liam Kelly - #162</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.liamkellyforjudge.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Liam Kelly is "Not Recommended" for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Kelly was admitted to the practice law in November 2011. In January 2024, he joined the Office of the State Appellate Defender. Prior to that he was an associate at five different law firms, concentrating in criminal defense in State and Federal courts. He also has some experience with civil litigation, orders of protection and child abuse and neglect. As an associate, he was responsible for trial preparation for more senior attorneys, and most of his solo trial experience by himself was only in misdemeanor cases. Mr. Kelly lacks the depth and breadth of legal experience to effectively serve as a Circuit Court Judge.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Liam Kelly was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2011. He recently took a position with the Office of the Illinois State Appellate Defender. Previously, he worked as an associate attorney for Robert Louis Rascia in criminal defense where he worked since 2019 (and from 2014-2018). Additionally, he has been an associate attorney for Greenberg and Associates (2018-2019), an associate attorney for Villalobos and Associates (2014), an associate attorney for The Rooth Law Firm (2013-2014), and an associate attorney for the Law Offices of Donald J. Angelini Jr. (2011-2013).<br>
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Liam Kelly is considered to have substantial experience in criminal defense matters and is praised for his temperament. He has considerable litigation experience and is praised for his litigation skills. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Mr. Liam Kelly was admitted to the Illinois bar in 2011. After working with several criminal defense firms, including over the past few years with the Law Offices of Robert Rascia, in January 2024 he joined the Office of the State Appellate Defender as an Assistant Appellate Attorney. He has served on the Scholarship Gala Committee for the Diversity Scholarship Foundation, with the mentor program of the Asian American Bar Association, and as president of the 39th Ward Democratic Organization.<br>
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Attorneys contacted during the investigation spoke positively of his temperament and sensitivity; most described his legal knowledge as adequate, though concerns were raised over his lack of experience as a lead attorney with jury trials and complex litigation, and some criticized his overall analytical ability and limited practice and experience. ISBA finds Liam Kelly <b>not qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Not Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Endorsements</span></span>
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Cong. Jan Schakowsky<br>
Personal PAC<br>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">James V. Murphy - #163</span></div>
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<a href="https://votemurphy.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Pursuant to section 31 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for your current Judge candidacy.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>James Vincent Murphy III was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1997. Between 1998 and 2022, he served as an Assistant State’s Attorney for the Cook County State’s Attorney Office. He left the State’s Attorney’s Office in 2022. In that Office, he was most recently the Supervisor of the Preliminary Hearings/Grand Jury/Central Bond Court/Branch 66 Homicide and Sex Unit. Previously, he worked in the Felony Review Unit and in Child Support Enforcement, Juvenile Abuse and Neglect, Juvenile Delinquency, and Preliminary Hearings. From 1997 to 1998 he was a Legislative Aide to the City of Chicago’s Committee on Zoning. He is a member of the Chicago Bar Association.<br>
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Mr. Murphy is considered to have good legal ability. He has extensive litigation experience as a prosecutor. He is praised for his temperament. The Council notes that he was reinstated after initially put on administrative leave for his actions in the bond hearing in the Adam Toledo case. This situation must be contrasted against a career in which the candidate has established himself as a well-respected practitioner. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Mr. James V. Murphy II has been licensed since 1997. He was a career prosecutor in the Cook County State’s Attorney office until resigning in 2022 to join Grace and Thompson, handling criminal defense, administrative law, and some civil law. As a prosecutor he served in several supervisory positions, most recently as supervisor of Preliminary Hearings, Central Bond Court, Grand Jury, and Branch 66 Homicide/Sex Units. He has extensive criminal jury and bench trial experience. He has been a presenter on legal issues and a past member of the Judicial Evaluation Committee for the Chicago Bar Association.
Attorneys and judges gave all positive comments about his legal knowledge and ability, stating that he is always prepared and knows the law, and is an excellent attorney. They reported that he is respectful, fair and even-tempered.<br>
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Mr. Murphy is considered to have good legal ability with an extensive litigation experience as a prosecutor. ISBA finds James V. Murphy <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Not Evaluated (through no fault of the candidate)<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Chicago Federation of Labor<br />
Teamsters Joint Council No. 25<br>
Teamsters Local 700<br>
IBEW Local 134<br>
IUOE Local 399<br>
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Deidre Baumann - #161</span></div>
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<a href="https://baumannforjudge.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Deidre Baumann did not participate in the Judicial Evaluation Committee (JEC) screening process and, therefore, according to The Chicago Bar Association’s governing resolution for the JEC, is automatically found NOT RECOMMENDED.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Deidre Baumann was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1992. Since 2011, she has been Owner of Baumann & Shuldiner, where she focuses on litigation of civil rights, employment discrimination, personal injury, and criminal defense at the state, federal, and appellate level. Previously, she was a Partner at Baumann & Shuldiner (2004-2011) and Baumann, Shuldiner & Lee (2001- 2004), a Solo Practitioner (1996-2001), and an Associate at Michael Null & Associates (1993-1996). She is a member of a number of bar associations, including the Chicago Bar Association (Racial Justice Coalition, 2020-2021), the Decalogue Society of Lawyers (Board Member, 2017-present), the Illinois State Bar Association (Chair, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Committee), and the North Suburban Bar Association (President, 2005-2006).<br>
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Ms. Baumann is considered to have good legal ability. She has substantial litigation experience and is praised for her temperament. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Ms. Deidre Baumann has been licensed since 1992. After working for a law firm in 1996 she opened her own firm, Baumann and Shuldiner, handling civil litigation in state and federal court. She is active with various bar associations and is currently president of the Suburban Bar Coalition and on the board of the Chicago’s LGBTQ+ Bar Association. Previously, she served as president of the Decalogue Society of Lawyers and the North Suburban Bar Association as well as on the executive board of the Women’s Bar Association of Illinois. She served on several committees for the Illinois State Bar Association and the Chicago Bar Association.<br>
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While attorneys report that she is professional with good writing skills, concerns were raised over a lack of punctuality and diligence at times. ISBA finds Ms. Bauman <b>not qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other Bar Association Evaluations</span></span>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Owens J. Shelby - #162</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.shelbyforjudge.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Owens "Joe" Shelby is "Qualified" for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Shelby was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2007 and is currently serving as an Assistant Cook County State's Attorney, Second Chair, in the Felony Trial Division in the 4th Municipal District. Mr. Shelby has handled several felony and misdemeanor trials and has had some juvenile and civil experience.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Judge Owens J. Shelby was admitted to practice in 2007. He was appointed to the bench by the Illinois Supreme Court in 2023. Before taking the bench he had been a career Cook County Assistant State’s Attorney working as a second chair prosecutor in a felony trial courtroom. He did serve for less than a year as the Assistant Counsel to the Speaker of the Illinois House, and as a contract attorney with Loevy & Loevy in 2007 to 2008.<br>
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Judge Shelby is considered to have good legal ability with a very good temperament. He is praised for his diligence. As a practitioner, most lawyers praise his abilities although a few say he lacked adequate experience. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Hon. Owens Shelby has been licensed since 2007. In May 2023, he was appointed to the Circuit Court, after a previous career spent mainly as an assistant state’s attorney. He also spent a short time as Assistant Counsel to the Speaker of the Illinois House. He is currently assigned to the Traffic Division. As a prosecutor he worked in the Fourth District (Maywood) and in the Community Justice Center – West. He has been on the Boards of various community groups and also the National Black Prosecutors – Chicago Chapter, where he served as Treasurer. He has criminal jury and bench trial experience.<br>
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Attorneys generally reported that he has a solid legal knowledge and ability and knows how to apply the law to the facts. He is considered to be respectful of all with a solid character. ISBA finds Judge Owens Shelby <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other Bar Association Evaluations</span></span>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Not Evaluated (through no fault of the candidate)<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Not Evaluated (through no fault of the candidate)<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Endorsements</span></span>
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Chicago Federation of Labor<br />
IVI-IPO<br>
Teamsters Joint Council No. 25<br>
Teamsters Local 700<br>
IBEW Local 134<br>
IUOE Local 399<br>
Girl, I Guess<br>
Personal PAC<br>
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<blockquote><span style="font-style: italic;">Candidates are listed in the order that they appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary; no Republican filed for this vacancy. This post may be updated before the primary as new information becomes available.</span></blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Paul A. O'Grady - #161</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.paulaogradyforjudge.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Paul O’Grady is “Not Recommended” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. O’Grady was admitted to practice law in November 2000. Mr. O’Grady is in private practice and supervises his firm’s litigation team. He was an Assistant State’s Attorney early in his career, but lacks current trial experience. Concerns about the Mr. O’Grady’s lack of trial experience and temperament resulted in Committee’s finding of “Not Recommended.”</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Paul O’Grady was admitted to practice in 2000. He is currently the managing partner at a private law firm overseeing attorneys doing litigation. He also serves as Counsel for the Village of Tinley Park. He has also served a partner at Querrey & Harrow, Ltd, and before that was an Assistant General Counsel, General Counsel, and Chief of Staff for the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. He started his career as an Assistant Cook County State’s Attorney.<br>
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Mr. O’Grady has substantial litigation experience in both state and federal courts. He is considered to have good legal ability and a good demeanor. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Mr. Paul O’Grady has been licensed since 2000. He is currently the managing partner at Peterson, Johnson & Murray, where he oversees attorneys in general litigation, municipal law matters and insurance defense. He was previously a partner at Querrey & Harrow, and also both General Counsel and Chief of Staff for the Cook County Sheriff’s Office. His legal career began at the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office. He currently serves as Orland Township Supervisor and is a former Flossmoor police officer. He has litigation experience in both state and federal courts.<br>
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Attorneys contacted during the investigation all described him as being knowledgeable about the law, fair, even-keeled, diligent, and sensitive to the nature of his cases. ISBA finds Paul O’Grady qualified to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other Bar Association Evaluations</span></span>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Allen Price Walker - #162</span></div>
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<a href="https://awalker142.poliengine.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Pursuant to section 34 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for Allen Price Walker’s current Circuit Court Judge candidacy.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Judge Allen Walker was admitted to practice in 1987. He is currently serving as an Associate Judge and has been on the bench since 2012. He is currently assigned to the Chancery Division and has been there since 2020. He served in the Law Division between 2017 and 2020 and heard mortgage foreclosure cases from 2012 to 2017. He previously was a partner at Greene and Letts, where he focused on representing and advising individuals, for-profit and not-for-profit corporations, and municipal entities in litigation and transactional matters. He has been active as a teacher at the UIC law school in Chicago and at the Illinois Judicial Education Conference.<br>
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Judge Walker is praised for his grasp of legal issues and for his court management. He is reported to be well prepared and is fair to all parties before him. He is reported to have good judicial temperament. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Hon. Allen Price Walker was admitted to the Illinois bar in 1987. Prior to his selection as an associate judge in 2012, he had practiced with Greene and Letts, rising to partner, focusing on commercial litigation, personal injury, medical malpractice, and transactional matters. He currently sits in the General Chancery Division with prior assignments in the Law Division, Traffic Division, and the Chancery Division – Mortgage Foreclosure courts. He sits on several Illinois Supreme Court committees and is president-elect of the Illinois Judicial Council. He is a member of various bar associations and has been on the Board of Managers of the Chicago Bar Association.<br>
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Attorneys consider him to be an expert in his field of prisoner petitions. He handles all cases without bias, follows the law and is diligent in his work. Reported to handle difficult litigants with respect, but remains firm about the need for respect to the court. ISBA finds Judge Allen Price Walker <b>highly qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qaulified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Luciano "Lou" Panici, Jr. - #163</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.loupaniciforjudge.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Luciano Panici, Jr. is “Not Recommended” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Panici was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2009. His practice includes being a Village prosecutor and hearing officer, defending municipalities in civil litigation, representing criminal defendants in lower-level felony and misdemeanor matters, personal injury plaintiff’s work and Secretary of State reinstatement hearings. Mr. Panici lacks significant complex litigation experience. At this stage in his career, his limited experience would make it difficult to effectively serve as a Circuit Court Judge.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Luciano Panici, Jr. was admitted to practice in 2009 and has worked in a small law firm throughout his career doing municipal representation, civil defense of municipal clients, election law, criminal defense, and real estate. He is currently an Administrative Hearing Officer for five municipalities and is the village prosecutor for two municipalities. He has substantial litigation experience. He is reported to have good legal ability and temperament and is praised for his knowledge of the law. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Mr. Luciano Panici, Jr., has been licensed since 2009. Since that time, he has been an associate attorney with the Law Offices of Dennis Gianopolos, focusing on municipal law, criminal, DUI and traffic defense, election law and other general law as well. He is also an administrative hearing officer for five south suburban municipalities, and the part-time village prosecutor for Steger and Merrionette Park. He has no jury trial experience as lead counsel, one as assisting; he does have bench and quasi-trial experience. He is a Board member and former Vice President of the South Suburban Bar Association and a member of other bar groups and is a Township Trustee for Bloom Township.<br>
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Though concerns were raised about the depth and breadth of his legal experience, attorneys described him as having good legal knowledge and ability, with good temperament, impartiality and integrity. ISBA finds Luciano Panici, Jr. <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other Bar Association Evaluations</span></span>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Chicago Federation of Labor<br />
Teamsters Joint Council No. 25<br>
Teamsters Local 700<br>
IBEW Local 134<br>
IUOE Local 399<br>
AMVOTE PAC<br>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Jeffrey G. Chrones - #161</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.electjudgejeff.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Pursuant to section 34 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for Jeffrey G. Chrones’s current Circuit Court Judge candidacy.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Judge Jeffery George Chrones currently sits in the Second Municipal District in Skokie. He presides over traffic, misdemeanor, domestic violence, and municipal cases in the areas of commercial litigation, collections, evictions, and small claims. He also conducts emergency hearings for request for mental health writs. He was elected by the Circuit Judges to be an Associate Judge in 2018 and served in the First Municipal District at the Daley Center between 2018 and 2021 where he presided over traffic and misdemeanor cases. Between 2003 and 2018, Judge Chrones was an attorney and partner with Johnson and Bell, Ltd., where he focused on commercial litigation matters. Between 1995 and 2003, he served as an Assistant Cook County States Attorney. From 1993 to 1995 he served as an Assistant Illinois Attorney General.<br>
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Judge Chrones, before becoming a judge, had substantial litigation experience in civil litigation matters. He was a well respected practitioner. Judge Chrones receives high marks on legal ability He is reported by all the respondents to be well prepared for hearings and trials. He is praised for his grasp of evidentiary and procedure issues. He is reported generally to be thoughtful and thorough in his rulings and many respondents used the word “decisive” to describe him. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Hon. Jeffrey G. Chrones has been licensed since 1993. Prior to his selection as an Associate Judge in 2018, he was a partner at Johnson and Bell, where he focused on commercial litigation. He is currently assigned to the Second District (Skokie) where he presides over a variety of calls including misdemeanors, Domestic Violence, and civil matters. He has been in that assignment since November 2021, after first sitting in First Municipal. In 2018 he received an award from the Diversity Scholarship Foundation at its Judicial Recognition Reception. He is a past president and director of the Hellenic Bar Association and is Secretary of the Themis Hellenic Judges Association. He also helped start a virtual help desk for small claims litigants with the North Suburban Bar Association.<br>
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Attorneys praised his knowledge of the law and his courtroom demeanor. He is considered fair, prepared, hard-working and respectful to all. ISBA finds Associate Judge Jeffery G. Chrones <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Endorsements</span></span>
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Chicago Federation of Labor<br />
Teamsters Joint Council No. 25<br>
Teamsters Local 700<br>
IBEW Local 134<br>
IUOE Local 399<br>
United Hellenic Voters of America<br>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Sunil Bhave - #162</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.sunil4judge.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/02/sunil-bhave-in-his-own-words.html">Sunil Bhave: In his own words</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Sunil Bhave is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Judge. Mr. Bhave was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2005 and is currently working for the Illinois Attorney General’s office handling a variety of litigation matters. Mr. Bhave is well regarded for his knowledge of the law and excellent temperament.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Judge Sunil Bhave became a lawyer in 2004 and started his career with the Missouri Public Defender’s Office. He spent most of his career as an Assistant Attorney General for the Illinois Attorney General’s Office. He served as a trial lawyer in both state and federal courts. He became an Associate Judge in 2023.<br>
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Judge Bhave is considered to have good legal ability and was a well respected practitioner before becoming a judge. He is reported to be well prepared and is praised for showing patience toward the persons appearing before him, while moving cases in a timely manner. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Hon. Sunil S. Bhave has been licensed since 2005. He spent most of his career with the Illinois Attorney General’s office, where he ultimately supervised the Civil Prosecutions Unit. In March 2023, he was selected as an associate judge, and is currently assigned to the Traffic Division. He is a committee member and board member of the Asian-American Bar Association and is a member of several other bar associations. He is a past member of the School Board for Community Consolidated School District 59.<br>
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Attorneys praised his legal knowledge and ability, professionalism, sensitivity to diversity and bias, and work ethic; essentially considered to be a tremendous asset to the judiciary. ISBA finds Associate Judge Sunil Bhave <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other Bar Association Evaluations</span></span>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">IVI-IPO<br>
Girl, I Guess<br>
Personal PAC<br>
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<blockquote><span style="font-style: italic;">Candidates are listed in the order that they appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary; no Republican filed for this vacancy. This post may be updated before the primary as new information becomes available.</span></blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Griselda Vega Samuel - #161</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.ourgriselda.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Pursuant to section 34 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for Griselda Vega Samuel’s current Circuit Court Judge candidacy.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Griselda Vega Samuel was admitted to practice in the state of Washington in 2001 and in Illinois in 2008. Since 2018, she has served as regional counsel, Midwest at the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund. She does impact litigation in state and federal courts, as well as legislative policy advocacy. From 2001-2004 and from 2007-2008, Ms. Vega Samuel served as a staff attorney at Columbia Legal Services in Yakima, Washington, from 2005-2006, she was employed at Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago (now Legal Aid Chicago) doing family law, housing, and consumer law. From 2008-2013, she was a Senior Attorney and Legal Director at the Justice in Motion in Brooklyn, New York. From 2013 to 2018 she was employed by Safe Horizon Anti-Trafficking Program.<br>
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Ms. Vega Samuel is considered to have good legal ability and is well respected in the legal and social justice communities. She has substantial litigation experience in civil court matters, including both individual representation and in impact litigation. She is praised for her temperament both as a practitioner and as a supervisor. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Ms. Griselda Vega Samuel has been licensed in Illinois since 2008, having previously been licensed in the state of Washington in 2001. Since March 2018, she has served as Regional Counsel, Midwest, at MALDEF (Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund). Although she is currently on a leave of absence due to her judicial campaign, she manages the litigation docket for several midwestern states, including class actions and impact litigation in federal court. Before taking that position, she worked for a variety of non-profits and legal service organizations focusing on civil and human rights, where she supervised programs and advocated before Congress, various government agencies, and in the media. She has written and spoken on civil rights and human rights issues. She has received several awards, including most recently the Chicago Bar Association’s Vanguard Award in 2022 and the Hispanic Lawyers Association Latina Lawyer of the Year award in 2019. In addition, she has chaired committees for the American Bar Association and the Hispanic Lawyers Association. She has handled matters in both state and federal court.<br>
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The Investigation revealed that she is well-respected in the legal and social justice communities, citing especially her legal writing experience, which includes the drafting of legal and litigation manuals in both English and Spanish. She is considered to have excellent legal knowledge and ability and is praised for her sensitivity to diversity and her community involvement. ISBA finds Griselda Vega Samuel <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Endorsements</span></span>
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Girl, I Guess<br>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Steve Demitro - #162</span></div>
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<a href="https://demitro4judge.com/">Campaign Website</a> (newly added)<br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/steve-demitro-in-his-own-words.html">Steve Demitro: In his own words</a><br>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bar Association Evaluation Narratives</span></span>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Steve Demitro is "Qualified" to serve as a Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Demitro was admitted to practice law in Illinois in May 2000. Since then, he has handled a variety of litigation matters. He has demonstrated a strong work ethic and integrity. He has presided over more than 200 arbitrations in his legal practice. He is well-regarded for his temperament and demeanor, and he is respected for his civic and community involvement. Mr. Demitro has sufficient legal knowledge and ability to serve as a Circuit Court Judge.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Steve Demitro was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2000. Since that time, he has been a Solo Practitioner. His practice is concentrated on torts (personal injury), but he also handles some criminal law, domestic relations, real estate, probate, and chancery matters.<br>
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Mr. Demitro is considered to have good legal ability and is praised for his temperament. He is very active in community affairs. He has had substantial litigation experience, particularly in recent years. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Mr. Steve Demitro has been licensed since 2000. He has been a sole practitioner his entire career with a general practice handling mainly torts, but also some criminal, domestic relations, real estate, and probate matters. He was a hearing officer for the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District and an arbitrator for seventeen years. He is currently the Vice President of the Ukrainian National Museum, has lectured on legal topics to students, and is involved in other community organizations in the McKinley Park area.<br>
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Though he has limited bench trial experience, most attorneys who have worked with him stated that he has good legal knowledge and ability, does research, and works well with different ethnic groups. He is always prepared, even keeled, and listens well. ISBA finds Steve Demitro <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other Bar Association Evaluations</span></span>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Not Evaluated (through no fault of candidate)<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Endorsements</span></span>
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Chicago Federation of Labor<br />
Teamsters Local 700<br>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Audrey Victoria Cosgrove - #162</span></div>
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<a href="https://cosgroveforjudge.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bar Association Evaluation Narratives</span></span>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Audrey Victoria Cosgrove is "Qualified" for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Cosgrove was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1990 and has served as a Cook County Assistant Public Defender and in private practice. Ms. Cosgrove is currently serving as Deputy Chief Legal Counsel for the Illinois Department of Labor. Ms. Cosgrove is well regarded for her knowledge of the law, diverse practice experience, and fine demeanor.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Audrey Victoria Cosgrove was admitted to practice in 1990. She serves as the Deputy General Counsel of the Department of the Illinois Lottery. From 1990 to 1998 she served as an Assistant Cook County Public Defender. She then became a solo practitioner until 2017 at which time she for one year served as Assistant General Counsel for the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Banking. From 2018-2019 she was Deputy Chief Legal Counsel for the Illinois Department of Labor. She has also served as an administrative law judge for most of her career. She has substantial litigation experience. She is considered to have good legal ability and is active in community activities. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Ms. Audrey Cosgrove was admitted to the Illinois bar in 1990. She is currently the Chief Administrative Law Judge for the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board; prior to that appointment in February 2024, she had been the Deputy General Counsel for the Illinois Lottery since 2019. She had also served as deputy chief legal counsel for the Illinois Department of Labor, as an assistant public defender, and as a private practitioner handling criminal defense, juvenile, real estate, traffic, and family law matters while serving as an administrative law judge. She is a past president of the Advocates Society and the Pulaski-Elston Business Association and is a member of various bar associations. She has criminal jury trial experience including in complex matters. Attorneys related that she has fine legal knowledge, is a good resource, is impartial and a hard worker.<br>
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Attorneys report that she is very knowledgeable, a good litigator, has experience in various areas of law, and is both diligent and ethical. She has both jury and bench trial experience. ISBA finds Audrey Cosgrove <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other Bar Association Evaluations</span></span>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Endorsements</span></span>
</div><div style="text-align: center;">IVI-IPO<br />
Girl, I Guess<br />
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Kim Przekota - #163</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.kimprzekota4judge.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/kim-przekota-in-her-own-words.html">Kim Przekota: In her own words</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Kimberly Przekota is "Qualified" for the office of Circuit Judge. Ms. Przekota was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2008. Since then, she has been an Assistant Cook County State's Attorney and is currently a first chair Assistant in a felony courtroom, trying serious felonies including homicide. She has considerable practice experience and is highly regarded by her adversaries and judges before whom she has appeared. Ms. Przekota is well regarded for her professionalism, even in highly charged, emotional matters.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Kimberly Przekota was admitted to practice in 2008 and is a career Assistant Cook County State’s Attorney. She is a First Chair prosecutor in the Criminal Division. She is praised for her legal ability and knowledge. She is reported to have a good temperament and trial skills. She has substantial litigation experience in more complex matters. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Ms. Kimberly Przekota has been licensed since 2008. She is a career prosecutor currently serving as a First Chair at the Leighton Criminal Courthouse. She is a member of various bar associations including the Women’s Bar Association, the North Suburban Bar Association, and the Advocates Society. She participates in a Lawyers in the Classroom program and has criminal jury trial and bench trial experience including in homicide cases.<br>
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She received praise from attorneys and judges for her trial skill and legal knowledge, including in complex matters. She is described as hard-working, fair and calm. ISBA finds Kimberly Przekota <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other Bar Association Evaluations</span></span>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Endorsements</span></span>
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Chicago Federation of Labor<br />
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7<br>
Teamsters Joint Council No. 25<br>
Teamsters Local 700<br>
IBEW Local 134<br>
IUOE Local 399<br>
AMVOTE PAC<br>
Personal PAC<br>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Debjani 'Deb' Desai - #151</span></div>
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<a href="https://judgedesai.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/debjani-deb-desai-in-her-own-words.html">Debjani 'Deb' Desai: In her own words</a><br>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Bar Association Evaluation Narratives</span></span>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Debjani Desai is "Qualified" for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Desai was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2008. She is currently the General Counsel for the Illinois Office of the Controller. Prior to that she was an administrative law judge at the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. She began her career as an Assistant State's Attorney, first in the Child Protection and Enforcement Unit and then prosecuting cases in the Financial Crimes and Public Corruption Unit. Ms. Desai is well regarded for her knowledge of the law, diverse legal experience, and excellent demeanor.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Judge Debjani Dasgupta Desai was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2008 and was appointed to the bench by the Illinois Supreme Court in 2023. Before taking the bench, she served as General Counsel of the Illinois Office of Comptroller, Special Prosecutor for the Cook County Child Protection Division, and Adjunct Professor at UIC Law School. She also served as Assistant General Counsel and Administrative Law Judge in the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (2016- 2020) and as an Assistant State’s Attorney for the Cook County State’s Attorney Office (2008- 2016), where she served in the Public Corruption Unit,the Child Protection and Juvenile JusticeDivisions, and the Child Support Enforcement Division. She is a member of a number of bar associations, including the South Asian Bar Association of Chicago Foundation (President, 2021), the South Asian Bar Association of Chicago (President, 2018), the Women’s Bar Association of Illinois, and the Chicago Bar Association.<br>
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Judge Desai is considered to have very good legal ability. She is reported to be knowledgeable and has successfully learned a variety of areas of law during her career. She is praised as a litigator, as an administrator, as an administrative hearing officer, and as a law school adjunct professor. She is reported to have a good temperament. She is respectful and professional. She is described as “detail-oriented” and is exceptionally hard working. She is also described as empathetic toward people appearing before her and with her students. The Council finds her Well Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Hon. Debjani Desai was admitted to the Illinois bar in 2008 and recently appointed to fill the At- Large vacancy created by the retirement of the Hon. Lorna E. Propes. The appointment is effective July 14, 2023, and will conclude December 2, 2024, following the November 2024 general election.
Judge Desai had served since 2020 as General Counsel for the Illinois Office of Comptroller where she was the Chief Legal Officer leading a team of attorneys in Chicago and Springfield to provide legal and subject matter expertise on legislation, finance, operations, compliance, labor, and employment. She had also served since 2020 as a Special Prosecutor for Cook County in contested Juvenile Court proceedings and as an Adjunct Professor of Counseling & Negotiations at the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law. From 2008 to 2014 she was an Assistant State’s Attorney in Cook County.<br>
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Attorneys reported that she has good legal ability, is knowledgeable and had successfully learned a variety of areas of law during her career. She is reported to have a good temperament and is professional and respectful. ISBA finds Judge Debjani Desai <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other Bar Association Evaluations</span></span>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Highly Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Endorsements</span></span>
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Cook County Democratic Party<br />
Chicago Federation of Labor<br />
Teamsters Joint Council No. 25<br>
Teamsters Local 700<br>
IUOE Local 150<br>
IUOE Local 399<br>
IBEW Local 134<br>
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No.7<br>
Cong. Jan Schakowsky<br>
Girl, I Guess<br>
Personal PAC<br>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Russ Hartigan - #152</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.russhartiganforjudge.com/">Campaign Website</a> (newly added)<br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Russell W. Hartigan is "Highly Qualified" for the office of Circuit Court. Mr. Hartigan was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1976 and practiced law from 1977-2010 concentrating in civil trial, workers' compensation, municipal and appellate practice matters. Mr. Hartigan has handled a number of appeals in both the State and Federal Courts and authored many articles in the ISBA Journal. Mr. Hartigan was appointed to the Circuit Court of Cook County in 2010 and served as a judge until 2017. Mr. Hartigan is currently practicing law with a suburban firm. Mr. Hartigan has extensive experience as a lawyer and as a judge and possesses all the requisite qualifications to serve as an Appellate Court Justice.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Judge Russell W. Hartigan was admitted to practice in 1976. He served as a Circuit Court judge between 2010 and 2017. He was appointed to the bench by the Illinois Supreme Court in 2010. As a lawyer he practiced for 34 years before becoming a judge and has practiced since retiring from the bench in 2017. He has been exceptionally active in bar association activities.<br>
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As a lawyer, Judge Hartigan had substantial litigation experience in both civil and criminal law matters, including appellate court experience. He was praised for his litigation skills, for his temperament, and for his integrity. As a judge, he spent much of his career in the Bridgeview Courthouse hearing a variety of cases. He was a well-respected jurist who was praised for his courtroom demeanor and management skills. The Council finds him Well Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Hon. Russell Hartigan (ret.) was admitted to the Illinois bar in 1976. He was appointed to the Cook County Circuit Court in 2010 and then elected in 2012. His assignments included First Municipal and the Fifth District (Bridgeview). In 2017 he resigned from the bench upon being elected president of the Illinois State Bar Association. From 1976 until his appointment in 2010 he concentrated on civil litigation for several different firms, as a partner, owner, and being Hartigan and O’Connor. He teaches at The Marshall Law School, speaks statewide on legal topics, and writes articles. As a judge, he spent much of his career at the Fifth Municipal District (Bridgeview) hearing a variety of cases.<br>
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Attorneys have a high regard for his legal knowledge, preparedness, and approachable demeanor. ISBA finds Judge Russell W. Hartigan (ret.) <b>highly qualified</b> to be elected as a judge to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other Bar Association Evaluations</span></span>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">AMVOTE PAC
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<blockquote><span style="font-style: italic;">Candidates are listed in the order that they appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary; no Republican filed for this vacancy. This post may be updated before the primary as new information becomes available.</span></blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Lori Ann Roper - #149</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.electloriannroper.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/lori-ann-roper-in-her-own-words.html">Lori Ann Roper: In her own words</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Lori Ann Roper is "Not Recommended" for the office of Circuit Judge. Ms. Roper was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1994 and has served as an Assistant Public Defender in the Law Office of the Cook County Public Defender for 26 years. Ms. Roper is currently a supervisor in the Felony Trial Division. Concerns about the candidate's candor and judgement regarding personal financial challenges resulted in a "Not Recommended" finding.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Lori Ann Roper was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1994. She is a career Assistant Cook County Public Defender. She is assigned to 26th and California where she is an Attorney Supervisor. She has held various positions as an Assistant Public Defender. Ms. Roper has substantial litigation experience in a variety of complex criminal law matters. She advises other Assistant Public Defenders on litigation strategies, and is considered to be an excellent lawyer. She is reported to have a professional and low key temperament. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Ms. Lori Ann Roper declined to participate in the judicial evaluation process. Pursuant to ISBA guidelines, Ms. Roper is <b>not recommended</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County. (<i>This is a rating from a prior election cycle; in response to an inquiry from FWIW, ISBA said the candidate was offered an opportunity to participate in a re-evaluation by the ISBA, but did not respond. -- Ed.</i>)</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Not Evaluated (through no fault of the candidate)<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Edward Joseph Underhill - #150</span></div>
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<a href="https://judgeunderhill.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Pursuant to section 34 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for Edward Jospeh Underhill’s current Circuit Court Judge candidacy.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Judge Edward Underhill was admitted to practice in 1984 and was appointed to the Circuit Court by the Illinois Supreme Court in 2023. Prior to taking the bench, Mr. Underhill was a senior partner and chair of the Commercial Litigation Practice Group at Masuda, Funai, Eifert & Mitchell, Ltd. where he has been employed since 1984. In this role he focused on commercial litigation in both federal and state courts proceedings. He has also served in the DeKalb County State’s Attorney’s Office.<br>
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Judge Underhill is considered to have good legal ability and was a well respected practitioner before taking the bench. As a judge he is praised for his professional and courteous judicial temperament. He was especially praised for the way he presides over cases where at least one of the parties is unrepresented by legal counsel. He is reported to rule in a fair, impartial, and unbiased manner. He is reported to be an excellent jurist in the short time that he has been on the bench. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>on. Edward Joseph Underhill was appointed to fill the At-Large vacancy created by the retirement of the Hon. Timothy P. Murphy effective December 5, 2022. The appointment was effective June 8th, 2023, and will continue through December 2, 2024, following the November 2024 general election. Mr. Underhill was a senior partner and chair of the Commercial Litigation Practice Group at Masuda, Funai & Eifert & Mitchell, Ltd., where he had worked for parts of five decades since 1984. In this role he represented clients in complex and basic commercial litigation, commercial transactions, and Article 9 (“UCC”) disputes and served as lead-counsel in federal and state court proceedings, among other duties. He had also served in the DeKalb County State’s Attorney’s Office.<br>
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Judge Underhill is praised for his professional and courteous judicial temperament. He is reported to rule in a fair, impartial and unbiased manner. ISBA finds Judge Edward Joseph Underhill <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Endorsements</span></span>
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Cook County Democratic Party<br />
Chicago Federation of Labor<br />
Teamsters Joint Council No. 25<br>
Teamsters Local 700<br>
IBEW Local 134<br>
IUOE Local 399
Girl, I Guess<br>
AMVOTE PAC<br>
Personal PAC<br>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Neil Cohen - #147</span></div>
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<a href="https://judgeneilcohen.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Judge Neil Cohen is "Qualified" for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Judge Cohen was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1976. He served as an Associate Judge from 2009 through 2022 when he was appointed a Circuit Court Judge by the Illinois Supreme Court. He currently sits in General Chancery. There, he is respected for his knowledge of the law and diligence in his work habits. He is well respected for his legal ability, integrity, and judicial experience. However, he is faulted for his unpredictable temperament. The committee is persuaded that he is committed to improving his temperament sufficiently to find him qualified to serve as a Circuit Court Judge.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Judge Neil Cohen was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1976. He worked as an Assistant State’s Attorney and in solo criminal defense practice prior to taking the bench as an associate judge. Since 2011, he has been in the Chancery Court at the Daley Center. He has extensive teaching and lecturing experience including various symposia and seven years as a clinical adjunct at Chicago-Kent College of Law. He is the President of the Jewish Judges’ Association and a member of various other bar associations and legal societies.<br>
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Judge Cohen is considered to have good legal ability and is praised for his thorough knowledge and understanding of the complex issues he faces in his current judicial assignment. He is praised for his diligence in issuing opinions in a timely manner. Most lawyers praise his temperament. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Hon. Neil Cohen has been licensed in Illinois since 1976. After a career as both a prosecutor and defense attorney, he was selected as an associate judge in 2009. In September 2022 he was appointed to the circuit court. He has been assigned to the Chancery Division since 2011; previous assignments include the Traffic Division and the Fourth Municipal District (Maywood). He serves on several Illinois Supreme Court Committees, including the Illinois Judicial College, and is president of the Jewish Judges Association. He is a member of various bar associations and received the Distinguished Service Award from the Decalogue Society in 2022.<br>
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Attorneys all praised his legal knowledge, pointing out that he handles a variety of complex issues in Chancery. While a few acknowledged that he could be impatient at times, all praised his impartiality, integrity, and diligence. ISBA finds Judge Neil Cohen <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Endorsements</span></span>
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Cook County Democratic Party<br />
AMVOTE PAC<br>
IBEW Local 134<br>
Girl, I Guess<br>
Personal PAC
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Wende Williams - #148</span></div>
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<a href="https://electwendewilliams4judge.com/">Campaign Website</a> (newly added)<br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Wende Williams declined to participate in the Judicial Evaluation Committee (JEC) screening process and, therefore, according to The Chicago Bar Association’s governing resolution for the JEC, is automatically found NOT RECOMMENDED.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span> <blockquote>Wende Williams did not participate in the evaluation process. The Council finds her Not Recommended for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Ms. Wende Williams declined to participate in the judicial evaluation process. Pursuant to ISBA guidelines, Ms. Wende Williams is <b>not recommended</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Endorsement</span></span>
</div><div style="text-align: center;">IUOE Local 399
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Pablo F. deCastro - #141</span></div>
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<a href="https://decastroforjudge.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/02/pablo-f-decastro-in-his-own-words.html">Pablo F. deCastro: In his own words</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Pursuant to section 34 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for Pablo F. DeCastro’s current Circuit Court Judge candidacy.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span> <blockquote>Pablo F. deCastro was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1994. Since 2012, he has been a solo practitioner in the Law offices of Pablo deCastro, where he focuses on criminal defense. He also handled criminal defense cases as a partner at Rascia and deCastro (2007-2012) and as an associate attorney at Serpico, Novelle, Petrosino and Rascia (2000-2012). Previously (1994-2000), he had been an Assistant Public Defender in the Office of the Cook County Public Defender. He is a member of numerous bar associations and legal societies, including the American Bar Association, the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals Criminal Justice Act Panel, and the Northern District of Illinois Criminal Justice Act Panel, where he serves on the Attorney Selection Panel.<br>
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Mr. deCastro is considered to have good legal ability and to be a zealous advocate for his clients. He is praised for his temperament and is active in pro bono matters. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Mr. Pablo deCastro has been licensed since 1994. Since 2012 he has been a sole practitioner focusing on criminal defense. From 1994-2000 he was an assistant public defender, and before opening his own practice he was in the private sector also focusing on criminal defense. He has substantial criminal jury trial experience and civil bench trials as well as federal experience. He teaches at the University of Chicago Law School Intensive Trial Practice program, is a member of several bar associations, and currently serves on the Panel Attorney Selection Committee for the Federal Defender’s Office Panel Attorney Program.<br>
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Respondents generally described him as being very smart and capable, a zealous advocate who knows the rules of evidence. He is known to be very committed to diversity, professional and calm. ISBA finds Pablo F. deCastro <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qaulified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Cook County Democratic Party<br />
Chicago Federation of Labor<br />
IVI-IPO<br>
AMVOTE PAC<br>
Teamsters Joint Council No. 25<br>
Teamsters Local 700<br>
IBEW Local 134<br>
IUOE Local 399<br>
Girl, I Guess<br>
Personal PAC<br>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Chelsey Renece Robinson - #142</span></div>
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<a href="https://electchelsey.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Chelsey R. Robinson is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Robinson was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1996 and is currently in private practice concentrating in criminal and family law. Ms. Robinson has a wide range of practice experience and is well regarded for her knowledge of the law and diligence.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Chelsey R. Robinson was admitted to practice in 1996. She is a Partner in a small firm where she handles civil and criminal litigation matters. Her practice also includes bankruptcy and employment discrimination matters in federal court. She is widely praised for her legal ability and for her knowledge of the law. She has litigation experience in a variety of matters in both state and federal courts. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Ms. Chelsey R. Robinson has been licensed since 1996. She is a founding partner of Owens & Robinson, a general practice handling both criminal and civil matters. She was also a legal consultant to the Judge Mathis television program. She is a member of some bar associations, a volunteer at the Juvenile Detention Center and is active with other community organizations. She has limited jury and bench trial activities and limited experience with complex matters.<br>
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While she is considered to be ethical and honest, attorneys gave mixed comments as to the depth and breadth of her overall legal experience. ISBA finds Chelsey R. Robinson <b>not qualified</b> to be elected as Judge to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Not Evaulated (through no fault of the candidate)<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Not Evaluated (through no fault of the candidate)<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Bridget Colleen Duignan - #161</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.duignanforjudge.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Bridget Duignan is “Highly Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Duignan was admitted to practice law in 2004.The majority of her practice has been spent in a firm specializing in litigation, specifically personal injury related to sexual assault. She is the Second Vice-President of the ISBA and volunteers to assist those in need with legal services. Ms. Duignan is very highly respected by judges, colleagues, and adversaries for her legal knowledge and ability.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span> <blockquote>Bridget Duignan was admitted to practice in 2004. She is currently a partner in a firm, specializing personal injury and malpractice litigation. She is a former employee of the Illinois House of Representatives, as well as a former lawyer with several firms handling workers compensation and employment matters. She has authored articles in ISBA section publications.<br>
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Bridget Duignan is considered to have good legal ability and has substantial litigation experience in more complex matters. She is praised both for her litigation skills and for her systemic reform work with the Illinois legislature. She is reported to have very good temperament – focused and calm while in the midst of heated litigation. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Ms. Bridget Colleen Duignan has been licensed since 2004. Since 2007 she has been owner and managing partner at Lathertow and Duignan, focusing on personal injury and malpractice litigation. After working briefly as Assistant Counsel to the Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives and with a law firm handling worker’s compensation matters. She has civil jury, bench, and quasi-criminal experience. She is currently the Second Vice President (to be President in 2025) of the Illinois State Bar Association, where she has also chaired sections and committees. She is on the Boards of the Illinois State Bar Foundation and the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association and chairs a committee for the Women’s Bar Association. She has lectured and written on legal topics, and has been the recipient of several awards, including the Women’s Bar Association of Illinois Top Women Lawyers in Leadership Award (2020) and the Illinois Trial Lawyers President’s Award (2014).<br>
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Attorneys, opposing counsel and judges praised her legal knowledge and experience, professionalism, and her trial skills. She was described as being a person of strong integrity, hardworking, diligent, and effective. ISBA finds Bridget Colleen Duignan <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Chicago Federation of Labor<br>
Girl, I Guess<br>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Risa Renee Lanier - #162</span></div>
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<a href="https://risalanier.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Risa Lanier is "Highly Qualified" for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Lanier was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1999. She has been an Assistant State's Attorney since February 2000 and is currently the First Assistant State's Attorney. Ms. Lanier has extensive litigation experience. She is highly regarded by judges, adversaries and colleagues for her legal knowledge and ability, integrity, outstanding temperament, and thoughtful demeanor.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>Risa Lanier was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1999. She has spent her entire career in the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office where she has been a First Assistant State’s Attorney since 2021. She is a member of various bar associations, including the Chicago Bar Association where she has served as Chair of the Judicial Evaluation Committee.<br>
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Risa Lanier is considered to have good legal ability. While some lawyers say that her temperament can be problematic on occasion, most lawyers praise her temperament, her law practice standards, and her litigation skills. The Council finds her to be Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Ms. Risa Renee Lanier was admitted to the Illinois bar in 1999. She is a career prosecutor with the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office and has served as First Assistant since 2021. She previously served in other supervisory positions, including as Chief Deputy and Chief of the Criminal Prosecutions Bureau. She is a past member of the Chicago Bar Association’s Board of Managers and Judicial Evaluation Committee, and currently serves on two committees. She is a member of the Cook County Bar Association and the National Black Prosecutors Association.<br>
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She has substantial criminal jury and bench trial experience, including in complex matters, and has handled several high-profile cases. Attorneys contacted during the investigation process had wide-ranging views, with some referring to her as excellent while others opined that she lacked judgement and displayed poor decision-making skills. Some also expressed concerns over what they termed her honesty and candidness with the Court, while others had no such concerns. ISBA finds Ms. Risa Renee Lanier <b>not qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Dave Heilmann - #163</span></div>
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<a href="https://friendsofheilmann.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Pursuant to section 34 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for Dave Heilmann’s current Circuit Court Judge candidacy.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span>
<blockquote>David M. Heilmann was admitted to practice in 1987. Since then, he has worked at Clausen Miller P.C. where he is now an equity partner. Mr. Heilmann also practices civil defense work in the areas of toxic tort, employment, and construction litigation.<br>
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Mr. Heilmann is considered to have good legal ability and temperament. He is reported to be a solid practitioner who is praised for his litigation skills and for being well-prepared. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span>
<blockquote>Mr. David Heilmann has been licensed since 1987. He joined Clausen Miller PC at that time, where he is currently a partner, focusing on labor and employment law and tort defense. He was Village President of Oak Lawn 2005-2013 and is a past member of the Oak Lawn Park District Board of Commissioners. He is a co-founder of the Oak Lawn theatre program for children and wrote in the past for Chicago Lawyer magazine. He has received community awards including the National City Livability Award for Outstanding Achievement from the United States Conference of Mayors. He has substantial pretrial motion experience and some jury and bench trial experience.<br>
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Attorneys reported that his legal knowledge and ability is very good, and that he is punctual and diligent, and is sensitive to diversity with high character. ISBA finds Mr. David Heilmann <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Nickolas Pappas - #161</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Pursuant to section 31 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for your current Judge candidacy.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span> <blockquote>Nickolas George Pappas was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1995. Since 2007, he has been President of Pappas Law Offices, P.C., a general legal practice where he handles criminal defense, civil litigation (municipal, law, chancery), administrative appeals and hearings, and other matters. He has also served as General Counsel to the Lakeland Healthcare Group, LLC (2012-2015) and as an Associate Attorney at Querrey & Harrow, Ltd. (2004-2007), a general litigation firm. From 2011-2012 and from 1996-2004, he worked for the Cook County State’s Attorney Office, first as an Assistant State’s Attorney where his assignments included First Municipal District, Fifth Municipal District, Felony Review, and the Felony Trial Division, and later as a Special State’s Attorney representing the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. From 2008 to 2019, he provided pro bono legal services for refugee immigrant clients
of Refugee One, a social service agency. He is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association.<br>
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Mr. Pappas is considered to have good legal ability. He has substantial litigation experience and is praised for his temperament. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Mr. Nickolas Pappas was admitted to the Illinois bar in 1995. He has been a sole practitioner for sixteen years, focusing on criminal defense and civil rights cases; prior to opening his practice, he has worked for civil law firms as well as an assistant state’s attorney. He has substantial criminal jury and bench trial experience, has appeared in federal court, and has handled appeals. He participates in pro bono activities and volunteered in law-related education and competitions in local schools.<br>
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Attorneys gave positive feedback about his legal knowledge and ability including in complex matters, and praised his integrity, temperament, and diligence. ISBA finds Mr. Nickolas Pappas <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Michael J. Zink - #162</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.zinkforjudge.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/02/michael-j-zink-in-his-own-words.html">Michael J. Zink: In his own words</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Michael Zink is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Zink was admitted to practice law in November 2004. Mr. Zink is currently in private practice. The candidate has extensive legal experience, his references praise his temperament, and he has a strong history of performing community service. Mr. Zink is qualified to serve as a judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span> <blockquote>Michael Zink was admitted to practice in 2004. Since passing the bar, he has worked for a private law firm focusing on litigation matters in landlord-tenant, condominium, real estate, and bankruptcy maters. He has substantial litigation experience.<br>
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Michael Zink is considered to have good legal ability and knowledge. He is praised for his professionalism and for his work with the community. He is reported to have good litigation skills and has a calm demeanor. Mr. Zink is a well respected practitioner. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Mr. Michael J. Zink was admitted to the Illinois bar in 2014. He is an equity partner with Starr, Bejgiert, Zink and Rowells where he has been employed since 2004. His firm focuses on litigation matters in landlord-tenant, condominium, real estate, and bankruptcy. He has litigated over one hundred civil bench trials. He has written and spoken extensively on legal matters for both bar associations and community groups. He has extensive bar association involvement, as past president of the Advocates Society; and Assembly, committee and section member of the Illinois State Bar Association; a committee member of the Chicago Bar Association; and as a member of the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Access to Justice. In addition, he is president of his condominium association and has been active with various community groups in the East Lake View and Lincoln Park communities.<br>
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Attorneys described his knowledge of the law as being stellar and sharp. They reported that he treats all parties professionally and with respect, is diligent, and has a calm and patient temperament. ISBA finds Mr. Michael J. Zink <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Not Evaluated (through no fault of the candidate)<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Chicago Federation of Labor<br />
IVI-IPO<br>
Teamsters Joint Council No. 25<br>
Teamsters Local 700<br>
IBEW Local 134<br>
IUOE Local 399<br>
Personal PAC<br>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">John Poulos - #163</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>John Poulos declined to participate in the Judicial Evaluation Committee (JEC) screening process and, therefore, according to The Chicago Bar Association’s governing resolution for the JEC, is automatically found NOT RECOMMENDED.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span> <blockquote>John Poulos did not participate in the evaluation process. The Council finds him Not Recommended for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Mr. John Poulos declined to participate in the judicial evaluation process. Pursuant to ISBA guidelines, Mr. Poulos is found <b>not recommended</b> for election to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Nadine Jean Wichern - #164</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.nadine4judge.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/02/nadine-jean-wichern-in-her-own-words.html">Nadine Jean Wichern: In her own words</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Pursuant to section 31 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for your current Judge candidacy.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span> <blockquote>Nadine Jean Wichern was admitted to practice in 2000. Since 2015, she has served as the Chief of the Civil Appeals Division of the Office of the Illinois Attorney General. She began her career at the Illinois Attorney General’s Office and then from 2006 to 2011 she did appeals work in the Chicago Department of Law. She is considered to have very good legal ability, and is a well respected appellate lawyer. While she does not have direct trial experience, she advises trial lawyers in her office on issues which arise during trial, as well as other litigation issues. She is reported to have a good temperament. The Council finds her Qualified for the Circuit Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Ms. Nadine Jean Wichern has been licensed since 2000. She is currently the Chief of the Appeals Division of the Office of the Attorney General of Illinois, a position she has held since 2015. In total she has been with the Civil Appeals Division from 2011 to 2015, also 2001 to 2006; prior to this, she had been in the Appeals Division of the City of Chicago Department of Law from 2006 to 2011. She has no jury or bench trail experience; she has appeared before various appellate courts as well as the Illinois and United States Supreme courts. She has taught legal writing at local law schools and presented and written on legal topics. She also sits on committees for the Women’s Bar Association and the Chicago Bar Association and is a Director for the Appellate Lawyers Association. In 2023 she received a Women in Law Award from the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin/Chicago Lawyer magazine.<br>
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Attorneys consider her to be an accomplished appellate lawyer who is an excellent writer and advises trial attorneys in her office. She is sensitive to diversity, and it is report that she has an excellent temperament and character. ISBA finds Ms. Nadine Jean Wichern <b>qualified</b> to be elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Girl, I Guess<br>
Personal PAC
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<blockquote><span style="font-style: italic;">Candidates are listed in the order that they appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary; no Republican filed for this vacancy. This post may be updated before the primary as new information becomes available.</span></blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Celia Louise Gamrath - #132</span></div>
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<a href="https://judgegamrath.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Judge Celia Gamrath is “Highly Qualified” for the office of Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court. Judge Gamrath was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1994. Judge Gamrath has almost three decades of experience as an appellate clerk, and as an appellate lawyer in private practice, including 13 years as a judge. She has demonstrated that she is a capable and fair judge in difficult assignments and is highly regarded for her legal knowledge, preparedness, temperament and work ethic by the attorneys who appear before her.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span> <blockquote>Judge Celia Gamrath was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1994. She was appointed to the bench by the Illinois Supreme Court in 2010 and elected in 2012. From 2010 to 2016, she served in the Domestic Relations Division and has been in Chancery since 2016. Prior to her appointment, she worked in family law litigation for Schiller, DuCanto, and Fleck, and was a clerk in the Illinois Appellate Court (1994-1997). She has lectured for the UIC Law School on various occasions and has several bar association publications. She is also a member of various bar associations, including as past president of the Justinian Society of Lawyers, and legal societies as well as actively involved in mentorship to judges and law students.<br>
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Judge Gamrath is praised for her knowledge of the law. She is said to read all pleadings and understand the issues before here. Lawyers say that she give fair hearings with principled rulings, She is considered to be hard working and impartial with a respectful and professional demeanor. She has numerous published articles and has substantial experience as a lawyer. The Council finds her Well Qualified for the Appellate Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Hon. Celia Louise Gamrath has been licensed in Illinois since 1994. After serving as a law clerk to the Appellate Court, she joined Schiller DuCanto and Fleck, rising to partner. In 2010 she was appointed to the Cook County Circuit Court, elected in 2012 and retained in 2018. She has been assigned to the Chancery Division since 2016 after previously serving in Domestic Relations. She is a past president of the Justinian Society, has been a board member of the Appellate Lawyers Association, the Illinois Judges Association, and secretary for the Chicago Bar Foundation. She is a former member of the Board of Governors, and the Assembly for the Illinois State Bar Association, is a past Vice President of the Board of Trustees for The John Marshall Law School, now known as the University of Illinois – Chicago Law School. Judge Gamrath has written on legal topics, teaches, and speaks at bar and law school events. She has received several awards, including the Illinois Bar Foundation’s Distinguished Service Award.<br>
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Attorneys praised her knowledge of the law, reporting that she gives fair hearings with well-reasoned and principled rulings. She is hard-working, impartial, and professional. ISBA finds Judge Celia Louise Gamrath <b>highly qualified</b> to be elected as Justice to the Illinois Appellate Court – First District.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Cook County Democratic Party<br />
Chicago Federation of Labor<br />
IVI-IPO<br>
Girl, I Guess<br>
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7<br>
AMVOTE PAC<br>
United Hellenic Voters of America<br>
Teamsters Joint Council No. 25<br>
IBEW Local 134<br>
IUOE Local 150<br>
IUOE Local 399<br>
Cong. Jan Schakowsky<br>
Personal PAC<br>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Leonard Murray - #135</span></div>
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<a href="https://www.electjudgeleonardmurray.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Judge Leonard Murray is "Qualified" for the office of Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court. Judge Murray was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1974 and is highly regarded for his legal knowledge, ability and fairness. Before his appointment to the bench, Judge Murray had extensive appellate court experience and drafted an instruction manual for judges in the Eviction Courts.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span> <blockquote>Judge Leonard Murray was admitted to the Illinois bar in 1974. He was elected to the Circuit Court in 2016 and currently serves as Acting Supervising Judge in the Housing Section of the First Municipal Department. Prior to his election, he had served as an Associate Judge since 2007. Previously, he was in private practice, first with a large accounting firm and then, from 1980 to 2007, as a solo practitioner with a varied practice, focused primarily in litigation.<br>
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Lawyers say Judge Murray is smart and knowledgeable. Some respondents complain that he is slow to start his call, but he is generally praised for his impartiality and ability to manage his courtroom. He understands the issues and reportedly does a good job of applying the facts to the law and having decisions that are fair to all parties. The Council finds him Qualified for the Appellate Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Hon. Leonard Murray has been licensed in Illinois since 1974. He was chosen as an associate judge in 2007 and retained as such in 2011 and 2015. He was elected to the Cook County Circuit Court in 2016. He is currently serving as a Supervising Judge, Municipal Department – Housing Section. Judge Murray has served on various committees, boards of various bar associations, including the Illinois State Bar Association, and has been a speaker on legal topics. He is a past president of the Cook County Bar Association, has chaired committees, been a board member of the Illinois State Bar Association, the Chicago Bar Association, and the National Bar Association. He has served on the Illinois Supreme Court committees and with various community organizations and received the Board of Governors Award in 2002 from the Illinois State Bar Association.<br>
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Attorneys reported that he has good legal knowledge in his current assignment and is sensitive to the many pro se litigants who appear before him and stated that he is efficient in getting cases resolved. ISBA finds Judge Leonard Murray <b>highly qualified</b> to be elected as Justice to the Illinois Appellate Court – First District.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Not Evaluated (through no fault of the candidate)<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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Jack Leyhanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15884163579967286888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24546933.post-45842491575434661352024-03-13T10:56:00.000-05:002024-03-13T10:56:07.711-05:00Organizing the Data: Appellate Court - Cunningham vacancy<blockquote><span style="font-style: italic;">Candidates are listed in the order that they appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary; no Republican filed for this vacancy. This post may be updated before the primary as new information becomes available.</span></blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Cynthia Y. Cobbs - #132</span></div>
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<a href="https://justicecobbs.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Justice Cynthia Cobbs is "Highly Qualified" for the office of Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court. Justice Cobbs was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1988. Justice Cobbs has over 20 years of Appellate experience as a judge and with the Administrative Offices of Illinois Courts. She has the highest rate of disposition of cases in her division and a very high affirmance rate for the decisions she has authored. Justice Cobbs has an excellent reputation among her peers and counsel appearing before her for oral argument. She is active in the profession and in the community and is a tremendous asset to the Illinois judiciary.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span> <blockquote>Justice Cynthia Cobbs was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1988. Prior to her appointment to the bench in 2011, she served as a staff attorney and chief legal counsel of the Administrative Offices of Illinois Courts. She is currently assigned to the First District Appellate Court (since 2015). She is a member of various bar associations and legal societies, including the Illinois Judges Association where she has served as co-chair of the Pro Bono Committee and a member of the Board of Directors. She has also been a board member of South Suburban PADS (Public Action to Deliver Shelter) and Higher Education in Haiti.<br>
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Justice Cobbs is a highly respected jurist who is considered to have very good legal ability. She is praised for her thorough understanding of the issues being argued before her. Her temperament is described as patient and respectful. She is reported to issue well reasoned opinions in a timely fashion. The Council finds her Well Qualified for the Appellate Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Hon. Cynthia Y. Cobbs was admitted to the Illinois bar in 1988. Prior to her appointment as a circuit court judge in 2011, she was the Director of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts after holding other positions within the court system. She was subsequently elected to the circuit court in 2014 and has been assigned to the Appellate Court since 2015. She was retained as a circuit court judge in 2020. She is a former chair of the Illinois Judicial Council, committee chair and board member of the Illinois Judges Association, as well as being a member of various bar and legal organizations. Judge Cobbs has spoken at judicial conferences, received various awards, including the C.F. Stradford Award from the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office; the Trailblazer Award from the Cook County Bar Association; and the Illinois Judicial Council President’s Award.<br>
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Attorneys consider her to be smart, knowledgeable, patient, and hard working. They report that she issues fair and well-reasoned decisions. ISBA find Justice Cynthia Y. Cobbs <b>highly qualified</b> to be elected as a Justice to the Illinois Appellate Court – First District.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Cook County Democratic Party<br />
Chicago Federation of Labor<br />
AMVOTE PAC<br>
IVI-IPO<br>
Girl, I Guess<br>
IBEW Local 134<br>
IUOE Local 150<br>
IUOE Local 399<br>
Teamsters Joint Council No. 25<br>
Personal PAC<br>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Carolyn J. Gallagher - #133</span></div>
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<a href="https://judgegallagher2024.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Judge Carolyn Gallagher is "Highly Qualified" for the office of Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court. Judge Gallagher was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1982 and was elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County in 2016. Judge Gallagher is currently assigned to the Probate Division. Judge Gallagher clerked for an Appellate Court Justice from 1982-1985 and during her legal career she had extensive trial and appellate practice experience. Judge Gallagher is highly regarded for her knowledge of the law, legal ability, and strong credentials in legal research and legal writing.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span> <blockquote>Judge Carolyn J. Gallagher was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1982. Since 2018, she has been assigned to the Probate Division, County Department, where she hears Decedent’s Estates cases, Adult Guardianship cases, and Minor Guardianship cases. Her previous judicial assignments were in the Municipal Department of the First Municipal District, in the Housing Division (2017-2018) and the Traffic Division (2016-2017). Previously she was a Solo Practitioner at the Law Office of Carolyn J. Gallagher (2004-2016), where she handled Appellate Law and Complex Commercial Litigation, Real Estate Law, and Financial Institution Law. She also worked as a Legal Writing Instructor at DePaul University College of Law (2000-2004) and again as a Solo Practitioner at the Law Office of Carolyn Gallagher Brocksmith (1996-2000).<br>
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Many lawyers found Judge Gallagher to have good legal ability but many also raised concerns about her grasp of the issues related to the cases before her. She is reported to be fair with a good temperament, but many lawyers are concerned with her ability to manage her caseload, including the length of time it takes her to rule. The Council understands that an under-performing employee of the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court may have affected the running of Judge Gallagher’s courtroom; however, that explanation does not fully address the concerns raised. On balance, the Council finds Judge Gallagher Not Qualified for the Appellate Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Hon. Carolyn Gallagher was admitted to the Illinois bar in 1982. She was elected to the Cook County Circuit Court in 2016, retained in 2022, and has been assigned to the Probate Division since 2018 after first sitting in Housing and Traffic Courts. In July 2023, she became Supervising Judge of the Surety Section of the Probate Division. Judge Gallagher created the bench book for Minor Guardianship and is a member of various groups including the National College of Probate Judges. She has taught at DePaul College of Law.<br>
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Concerns were raised regarding the lack of diligence and punctuality in the courtroom, as well as the lack of diligence in the preparation of her application that contained numerous typos and grammatical errors. ISBA finds Judge Carolyn J. Gallagher <b>not qualified</b> to be elected as a Justice to the Illinois Appellate Court – First District.</blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Other Bar Association Evaluations</span></span>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Not Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7
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Jack Leyhanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15884163579967286888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24546933.post-2956891150866765592024-03-13T09:24:00.002-05:002024-03-13T09:43:34.021-05:00Organizing the Data: Supreme Court - Burke vacancy<blockquote><span style="font-style: italic;">Candidates are listed in the order that they appear on the ballot in the Democratic primary; no Republican filed for this vacancy. This post may be updated before the primary as new information becomes available.</span></blockquote>
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Joy Virginia Cunningham - #121</span></div>
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<a href="https://joyforjustice.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Justice Joy V. Cunningham is “Highly Qualified” for Justice of the Illinois Supreme Court. Justice Cunningham was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1982. She has served with distinction at every level of the judiciary. Justice Cunningham is highly respected for her legal knowledge and ability, unquestioned integrity and outstanding temperament.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span> <blockquote>Justice Joy Cunningham was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1982. She currently serves on the Illinois Supreme Court where she was appointed in December 2022. Prior to that appointment, she has served on the Appellate Court for sixteen years, as Senior VP and General Counsel for Northwestern Memorial Healthcare System, as an Associate Judge in the Circuit Court of Cook County, as Associate General Counsel for Loyola University and Loyola Medical Center, and as an Assistant Attorney General in the Civil Division where she began her career. She has served as an ALI advisor on Conflict of Laws and has lectured at UIC and Loyola Law Schools on trends in the law and legal practice. She is active in a number of bar associations, legal societies, and nonprofits including the Chicago Bar Association where she was President (2004-2005).<br>
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Justice Cunningham has been well respected in all of her previous positions, and is praised for her legal ability and knowledge as a Supreme Court Justice. She is reported to always be prepared for oral argument and her rulings are considered to be thorough and well reasoned. She is also praised for her calm and highly professional temperament. She is exceptionally active in community activities. The Council finds her Well Qualified for the Supreme Court.</blockquote>
<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Hon. Joy Virginia Cunningham has been licensed in Illinois since 1982. In December 2022, she was appointed to the Illinois Supreme Court upon the retirement of Justice Anne M. Burke. Prior to the appointment Justice Cunningham had served on the Appellate Court since 2006; prior to her election to the Appellate Court, she has been Senior Vice President and General Counsel for Northwestern Memorial System for six years. Justice Cunningham had also served as an associate judge in the Cook County Circuit Court between 1996 and 2000, where she presided over civil litigation. She is past president and a member of the Chicago Bar Association, including ISBA, Cook County Bar Association, Women’s Bar Association, Black Women Lawyer’s Association, and the Illinois Judges Association. Justice Cunningham has served on various Appellate Court and Supreme Court committees; has taught at judicial education conferences and written on various legal topics. She is the recipient of several awards, including most recently, the Ruth Bader Ginsburg Judicial Achievement Award in 2023 for the Women’s Bar Association and Judge Ann Claire Williams Award in 2023 from the Black Women Lawyer’s Association.<br>
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Attorneys described her as well-respected, diligent, and fair, with excellent legal knowledge and ability. They reported that she asks relevant questions, has a calm demeanor, and is known for her good character and high integrity. ISBA finds Justice Joy Virginia Cunningham <b>highly qualified</b> for election to the Illinois Supreme Court – First District.</blockquote>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Qualified<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Cook County Democratic Party<br />
Chicago Federation of Labor<br />
IVI-IPO<br>
Chicago Teachers Union<br>
Fraternal Order of Police, Chicago Lodge No. 7<br>
Girl, I Guess<br>
IUOE Local 399<br>
Cong. Jan Schakowsky<br>
Personal PAC
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<div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:180%;">Jesse G. Reyes - #122</span></div>
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<a href="https://justicereyes.com/">Campaign Website</a><br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Justice Jesse G. Reyes is "Highly Qualified" for the office of Justice of the Illinois Supreme Court. Justice Reyes was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1984 and served as a Cook County Associate Judge from 1997-2008; Circuit Court of Cook County Judge from 2008- 2012; and as a Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court from 2012-present. Justice Reyes is well regarded for his diligence, judicial experience, and passionate commitment to the law and our justice system.<br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Chicago Council of Lawyers says:</span> <blockquote>Hon. Jesse G. Reyes was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1984. Since 2012, he has served as a Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court, First District, Fourth Division. Previously he was a Cook County Circuit Judge, where his assignments included the Chancery Division’s Mortgage Foreclosure/Mechanics Lien Section (2005-2012); the Chancery Division, County Department and the First Municipal District, Municipal Department (2002-2005); the First Municipal District, First District (2001-2005, 1997-1999); and the Sixth Municipal District (Markham, 1999-2001).<br>
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Judge Reyes has good legal ability and has had substantial experience both as a trial judge and as
an Appellate Court Justice. He is reported to be well prepared at oral argument and his opinions
are reported to be well written and well-reasoned. The Council finds him Qualified for the
Illinois Supreme Court.<br>
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<span style="font-weight: bold;">The Illinois State Bar Association says:</span> <blockquote>Hon. Jesse G. Reyes has been licensed in Illinois since 1984. He currently sits on the Appellate Court – First District. He was selected as an associate judge in 1997, elected to the circuit court in 2008 and, subsequently, elected to the Appellate Court – First District in 2012. While a circuit court judge he sat in Mortgage Foreclosure, Traffic, Domestic Violence, and the Sixth Municipal District (Markham). Before taking the bench, he was an assistant corporation counsel and an attorney for the Chicago Board of Education. Judge Jesse is a former president of the Illinois Judges Association, the Latin American Bar Association; former secretary of the Chicago Bar Association; and a former assembly member with the Illinois State Bar Association in addition to other committee work. He has lectured on legal topics and has been the recipient of several awards. He is the current president and a founding member of the Diversity Scholarship Foundation and sits on the board of the North Suburban Bar Association. The several awards, including most recently, the 2022 Distinguished Service Award from the Arab American Bar Association, the 2023 Socrates Dikastes Award from the Hellenic Bar Association, and a 2023 Appreciation Award from the Hispanic Illinois State Law Enforcement Association.<br>
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Attorneys described him as a hard worker who is prepared, strict and fair. He writes well-reasoned opinions and issues them in a timely fashion. ISBA finds Justice Jesse G. Reyes <b>highly qualified</b> to be elected as a Justice to the Illinois Supreme Court – First District.<br>
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<b>Arab American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Asian American Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Men Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Black Women Lawyers' Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Cook County Bar Association:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Decalogue Society of Lawyers:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Chicago's LGBTQ+ Bar Association (LAGBAC):</b> Recommended<br />
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<b>Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Highly Recommended<br />
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<b>Women's Bar Association of Illinois:</b> Recommended<br />
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AMVOTE PAC<br>
United Hellenic Voters of America<br>
Teamsters Joint Council No. 25<br>
IBEW Local 134<br>
IUOE Local 150<br>
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Jack Leyhanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15884163579967286888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24546933.post-21631801756898488082024-03-12T19:57:00.001-05:002024-03-12T19:57:41.270-05:00Debjani 'Deb' Desai: In her own words<i>Debjani 'Deb' Desai is a candidate for the countywide Propes vacancy. Her punch number is 151.</i><br>
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In June of 2023, I was appointed a judge for the Circuit Court of Cook County, upon the recommendation of Chief Justice Mary Jane Theis, with unanimous approval of the Illinois Supreme Court. I have been found Well-Qualified by the Chicago Council of Lawyers, Highly Qualified by the Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois, and Qualified or Recommended by all other evaluating bar associations. I am endorsed by the Cook County Democratic Party, Personal PAC, the Chicago Federation of Labor, and several other organizations and individuals, not because I have political clout or wealth, but because I am the right person for this very important role.<br>
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I have extensive litigation experience in civil and criminal law, and in administrative, state, and federal tribunals. Prior to becoming a judge, I zealously advocated for children, elderly and indigent communities, and people with disabilities, through my work as General Counsel of the Illinois Office of Comptroller, an Administrative Law Judge for the Department of Healthcare and Family Services, and a Cook County Assistant State’s Attorney. I promoted equal access to the law and equal justice throughout my career. I am a long-standing, committed leader and educator in bar associations, law schools, and the community.<br>
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I am the proud daughter of immigrants from India and the first lawyer and judge in my family. Fifty-four years after they immigrated here, they got to vote for their daughter in a public election. Everything I do is to make them and the people of Cook County proud. I am running for judge to bring representation and high qualifications to the judiciary. I believe in the rule of law; in interpreting, analyzing, and applying the law impartially, without prejudice or bias, and with compassion and empathy for those I serve. I am a fair, honest, and knowledgeable judge – and I hope to continue my service to the judiciary and the people of Cook County.<br>
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Please visit <a href="https://judgedesai.com/">www.judgedesai.com</a> for more information and remember to vote for Judge Debjani Desai - Punch #151! Jack Leyhanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15884163579967286888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24546933.post-52762783477919488302024-03-12T19:38:00.002-05:002024-03-16T09:27:59.961-05:00CBA releases narrative explanations of its ratings in contested Cook County judicial subcircuit primary races<i style="color:red">Updated 3/13/24 with edited rating supplied by CBA</i><br>
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUQ5FNXizdS1EedR-vn6zAYE5WcwK7XHsjccgkg0R4B7cawOolGFdQAEfv_xBd8JJ6Z-tNGK9RyJ1CWxy4pryqKB6-P2UW2XL1j0XoKjxbVvG9_qLVi43z9y9ohj_HPQdR1rt0CC8Elx6Jl5JECemuHwQ7kRlvU-6JaxgN6w6eIiuMpfBGK28c/s228/CBA%20150th%20logo.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; clear: left; float: left;"><img alt="" border="0" width="200" data-original-height="221" data-original-width="228" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUQ5FNXizdS1EedR-vn6zAYE5WcwK7XHsjccgkg0R4B7cawOolGFdQAEfv_xBd8JJ6Z-tNGK9RyJ1CWxy4pryqKB6-P2UW2XL1j0XoKjxbVvG9_qLVi43z9y9ohj_HPQdR1rt0CC8Elx6Jl5JECemuHwQ7kRlvU-6JaxgN6w6eIiuMpfBGK28c/s200/CBA%20150th%20logo.jpg"/></a></div>The <a href="https://www.chicagobar.org/">Chicago Bar Association</a> has released its ratings of candidates running in next week's primary election.<br>
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The ratings themselves were released at the end of last week (March 8), and are available <a href="https://www.chicagobar.org/CBA/Committees_Groups/Judicial_Evaluation/Judicial_Voters_Guide/CBA/JEC/Judicial_Voters_Guide.aspx?hkey=e12a58d4-9569-45a9-bdc4-fca5a1dc22b8">at this link</a>. The complete Judicial Voters Guide, which contains the narrative explanations of the CBA's ratings of all candidates, in contested as well as uncontested elections, is in the process of being linked from this page this evening. As of 5:00 p.m. this evening (March 12), the link was not live, but FWIW has been advised that it will be live very soon.<br>
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Meanwhile, we have the narratives for candidates running in contested primary races here.<br>
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In this post, we will look at the CBA's explanations of its ratings in the contested primary races for subcircuit vacancies on the Cook County Circuit Court. The CBA's ratings in contested primary races for the Supreme and Appellate Court are covered <a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/cba-releases-narrative-explanations-of.html">in this post</a>; the CBA's ratings in contested primary races for contested countywide vacancies are available <a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/cba-publishes-narrative-explanations-of.html">in this post</a>.<br>
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In releasing its ratings, the CBA explained that its non-partisan evaluations are the product of a comprehensive, peer-to-peer review process conducted as a long-standing public service by the CBA’s Judicial Evaluation Committee. Candidates who submit a questionnaire and participate in the screening process are evaluated based on seven criteria: integrity, legal knowledge, legal ability, professional experience, judicial temperament, diligence, and punctuality.<br>
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Candidates must also participate in a personal interview before members of the evaluation committee. They must receive a 60 percent favorable vote of the hearing panel members to receive a “Qualified” finding and an 80 percent favorable vote to receive a “Highly Qualified” finding. Candidates who receive less than a 60 percent favorable vote receive a “Not Recommended” finding, as do candidates who decline to participate in the evaluation process.<br>
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"With 69 judicial candidates on the ballot this primary, it is imperative for each candidate's qualifications to be accessible to Cook County voters," said Michelle Carey, Chair of the CBA's Judicial Evaluation Committee. "The CBA's 'Judge Smart Pocket Guide' is a valuable tool to help voters cast smart and informed votes for judicial candidates."<br>
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<b style="color:gray"><span style="font-size: large;">Subcircuit Vacancies</span></b><br>
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<b style="color:maroon">3rd Subcircuit - Brosnahan Vacancy</b><br>
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<b>Lucy Vazquez-Gonzalez - Not Recommended</b><br>
Lucy Vazquez is “Not Recommended” for the office of Circuit Judge. Ms. Vazquez was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2009. She is currently a solo practitioner concentrating in family law and immigration. At this stage of her career, Ms. Vazquez does not possess sufficient practice experience to effectively serve as a judge. Also, Ms. Vazquez needs to address concerns about her punctuality and tardiness.<br>
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<b>Martin Douglas Reggi - <i>Pending</i></b><br>
FWIW will update this post when this narrative becomes available.<br>
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<b style="color:maroon">7th Subcircuit - Solganick Vacancy</b><br>
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<b>Deidre Baumann - Not Recommended</b><br>
Deidre Baumann did not participate in the Judicial Evaluation Committee (JEC) screening process and, therefore, according to The Chicago Bar Association’s governing resolution for the JEC, is automatically found NOT RECOMMENDED.<br>
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<b>Owens J. Shelby - Qualified</b><br>
Owens "Joe" Shelby is "Qualified" for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Shelby was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2007 and is currently serving as an Assistant Cook County State's Attorney, Second Chair, in the Felony Trial Division in the 4th Municipal District. Mr. Shelby has handled several felony and misdemeanor trials and has had some juvenile and civil experience.<br>
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<b style="color:maroon">10th Subcircuit - Wojkowski Vacancy</b><br>
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<b>Liam Kelly - Not Recommended</b><br>
Liam Kelly is "Not Recommended" for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Kelly was admitted to the practice law in November 2011. In January 2024, he joined the Office of the State Appellate Defender. Prior to that he was an associate at five different law firms, concentrating in criminal defense in State and Federal courts. He also has some experience with civil litigation, orders of protection and child abuse and neglect. As an associate, he was responsible for trial preparation for more senior attorneys, and most of his solo trial experience by himself was only in misdemeanor cases. Mr. Kelly lacks the depth and breadth of legal experience to effectively serve as a Circuit Court Judge.<br>
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<b>James V. Murphy - Qualified</b><br>
Pursuant to section 31 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for your current Judge candidacy.<br>
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<b style="color:maroon">11th Subcircuit - Daleo Vacancy</b><br>
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<b>Audrey Victoria Cosgrove - Qualified</b><br>
Audrey Victoria Cosgrove is "Qualified" for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Cosgrove was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1990 and has served as a Cook County Assistant Public Defender and in private practice. Ms. Cosgrove is currently serving as Deputy Chief Legal Counsel for the Illinois Department of Labor. Ms. Cosgrove is well regarded for her knowledge of the law, diverse practice experience, and fine demeanor.<br>
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<b>Kim Przekota - Qualified</b><br>
Kimberly Przekota is "Qualified" for the office of Circuit Judge. Ms. Przekota was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2008. Since then, she has been an Assistant Cook County State's Attorney and is currently a first chair Assistant in a felony courtroom, trying serious felonies including homicide. She has considerable practice experience and is highly regarded by her adversaries and judges before whom she has appeared. Ms. Przekota is well regarded for her professionalism, even in highly charged, emotional matters.<br>
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<b style="color:maroon">14th Subcircuit - O'Hara Vacancy</b><br>
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<b>Griselda Vega Samuel - Qualified</b><br>
Pursuant to section 34 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for Griselda Vega Samuel’s current Circuit Court Judge candidacy.<br>
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<b>Steve Demitro</b><br>
Steve Demitro is "Qualified" to serve as a Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Demitro was admitted to practice law in Illinois in May 2000. Since then, he has handled a variety of litigation matters. He has demonstrated a strong work ethic and integrity. He has presided over more than 200 arbitrations in his legal practice. He is well-regarded for his temperament and demeanor, and he is respected for his civic and community involvement. Mr. Demitro has sufficient legal knowledge and ability to serve as a Circuit Court Judge.<br>
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<b style="color:maroon">15th Subcircuit - Demacopoulos Vacancy</b><br>
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<b>Paul A. O'Grady - Not Recommended</b><br>
Paul O’Grady is “Not Recommended” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. O’Grady was admitted to practice law in November 2000. Mr. O’Grady is in private practice and supervises his firm’s litigation team. He was an Assistant State’s Attorney early in his career, but lacks current trial experience. Concerns about the Mr. O’Grady’s lack of trial experience and temperament resulted in Committee’s finding of “Not Recommended.”<br>
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<b>Allen Price Walker - Qualified</b><br>
Pursuant to section 34 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for Allen Price Walker’s current Circuit Court Judge candidacy.<br>
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<b>Luciano "Lou" Panici, Jr. - Not Recommended</b><br>
Luciano Panici, Jr. is “Not Recommended” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Panici was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2009. His practice includes being a Village prosecutor and hearing officer, defending municipalities in civil litigation, representing criminal defendants in lower-level felony and misdemeanor matters, personal injury plaintiff’s work and Secretary of State reinstatement hearings. Mr. Panici lacks significant complex litigation experience. At this stage in his career, his limited experience would make it difficult to effectively serve as a Circuit Court Judge.<br>
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<b style="color:maroon">18th Subcircuit - Converted from Edidin Vacancy</b><br>
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<b>Jeffrey G. Chrones - Qualified</b><br>
Pursuant to section 34 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for Jeffrey G. Chrones’s current Circuit Court Judge candidacy.<br>
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<b>Sunil Bhave - Qualified</b><br>
Sunil Bhave is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Judge. Mr. Bhave was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2005 and is currently working for the Illinois Attorney General’s office handling a variety of litigation matters. Mr. Bhave is well regarded for his knowledge of the law and excellent temperament.<br>
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<b style="color:maroon">19th Subcircuit - Converted from Senechalle, Jr. Vacancy</b><br>
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<b>Bridget Colleen Duignan - Highly Qualified</b><br>
Bridget Duignan is “Highly Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Duignan was admitted to practice law in 2004.The majority of her practice has been spent in a firm specializing in litigation, specifically personal injury related to sexual assault. She is the Second Vice-President of the ISBA and volunteers to assist those in need with legal services. Ms. Duignan is very highly respected by judges, colleagues, and adversaries for her legal knowledge and ability.<br>
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<b>Risa Renee Lanier - Highly Qualifed</b><br>
Risa Lanier is "Highly Qualified" for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Lanier was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1999. She has been an Assistant State's Attorney since February 2000 and is currently the First Assistant State's Attorney. Ms. Lanier has extensive litigation experience. She is highly regarded by judges, adversaries and colleagues for her legal knowledge and ability, integrity, outstanding temperament, and thoughtful demeanor.<br>
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<b>Dave Heilmann - Qualified</b><br>
Pursuant to section 34 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for Dave Heilmann’s current Circuit Court Judge candidacy.<br>
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<b style="color:maroon">20th Subcircuit - Converted from Budzinski Vacancy</b><br>
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<b>Nickolas Pappas - Qualified</b><br>
Pursuant to section 31 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for your current Judge candidacy.<br>
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<b>Michael J. Zink - Qualified</b><br>
Michael Zink is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Zink was admitted to practice law in November 2004. Mr. Zink is currently in private practice. The candidate has extensive legal experience, his references praise his temperament, and he has a strong history of performing community service. Mr. Zink is qualified to serve as a judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County.<br>
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<b>John Poulos - Not Recommended</b><br>
John Poulos declined to participate in the Judicial Evaluation Committee (JEC) screening process and, therefore, according to The Chicago Bar Association’s governing resolution for the JEC, is automatically found NOT RECOMMENDED.<br>
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<b>Nadine Jean Wichern - Qualified</b><br>
Pursuant to section 31 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for your current Judge candidacy.Jack Leyhanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15884163579967286888noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24546933.post-26633131338886503442024-03-12T18:47:00.004-05:002024-03-12T19:41:40.067-05:00CBA publishes narrative explanations of ratings issued to countywide Cook County judicial candidates in contested primary races<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUQ5FNXizdS1EedR-vn6zAYE5WcwK7XHsjccgkg0R4B7cawOolGFdQAEfv_xBd8JJ6Z-tNGK9RyJ1CWxy4pryqKB6-P2UW2XL1j0XoKjxbVvG9_qLVi43z9y9ohj_HPQdR1rt0CC8Elx6Jl5JECemuHwQ7kRlvU-6JaxgN6w6eIiuMpfBGK28c/s228/CBA%20150th%20logo.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; clear: left; float: left;"><img alt="" border="0" width="200" data-original-height="221" data-original-width="228" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUQ5FNXizdS1EedR-vn6zAYE5WcwK7XHsjccgkg0R4B7cawOolGFdQAEfv_xBd8JJ6Z-tNGK9RyJ1CWxy4pryqKB6-P2UW2XL1j0XoKjxbVvG9_qLVi43z9y9ohj_HPQdR1rt0CC8Elx6Jl5JECemuHwQ7kRlvU-6JaxgN6w6eIiuMpfBGK28c/s200/CBA%20150th%20logo.jpg"/></a></div>The <a href="https://www.chicagobar.org/">Chicago Bar Association</a> has released its ratings of candidates running in next week's primary election.<br>
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The ratings themselves were released at the end of last week (March 8), and are available <a href="https://www.chicagobar.org/CBA/Committees_Groups/Judicial_Evaluation/Judicial_Voters_Guide/CBA/JEC/Judicial_Voters_Guide.aspx?hkey=e12a58d4-9569-45a9-bdc4-fca5a1dc22b8">at this link</a>. The complete Judicial Voters Guide, which contains the narrative explanations of the CBA's ratings of all candidates, in contested as well as uncontested elections, is in the process of being linked from this page this evening. As of 5:00 p.m. this evening (March 12), the link was not live, but FWIW has been advised that it will be live very soon.<br>
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Meanwhile, we have the narratives for candidates running in contested primary races here.<br>
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In this post, we will look at the CBA's explanations of its ratings in the contested primary races for countywide vacancies on the Cook County Circuit Court. The CBA's ratings in contested primary races for the Supreme and Appellate Court are covered <a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/cba-releases-narrative-explanations-of.html">in this post</a>. In a separate post later this evening, we will publish the CBA's ratings in <a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/cba-releases-narrative-explanations-of_12.html">contested subcircuit races</a>.<br>
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In releasing its ratings, the CBA explained that its non-partisan evaluations are the product of a comprehensive, peer-to-peer review process conducted as a long-standing public service by the CBA’s Judicial Evaluation Committee. Candidates who submit a questionnaire and participate in the screening process are evaluated based on seven criteria: integrity, legal knowledge, legal ability, professional experience, judicial temperament, diligence, and punctuality.<br>
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Candidates must also participate in a personal interview before members of the evaluation committee. They must receive a 60 percent favorable vote of the hearing panel members to receive a “Qualified” finding and an 80 percent favorable vote to receive a “Highly Qualified” finding. Candidates who receive less than a 60 percent favorable vote receive a “Not Recommended” finding, as do candidates who decline to participate in the evaluation process.<br>
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"With 69 judicial candidates on the ballot this primary, it is imperative for each candidate's qualifications to be accessible to Cook County voters," said Michelle Carey, Chair of the CBA's Judicial Evaluation Committee. "The CBA's 'Judge Smart Pocket Guide' is a valuable tool to help voters cast smart and informed votes for judicial candidates."<br>
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<b style="color:gray"><span style="font-size: large;">Countywide Vacancies</span></b><br>
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<b style="color:maroon">Flannery Vacancy</b><br>
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<b>Pablo F. deCastro - Qualified</b><br>
Pursuant to section 34 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for Pablo F. DeCastro’s current Circuit Court Judge candidacy.<br>
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<b>Chelsey Renece Robinson - Qualified</b><br>
Chelsey R. Robinson is “Qualified” for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Robinson was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1996 and is currently in private practice concentrating in criminal and family law. Ms. Robinson has a wide range of practice experience and is well regarded for her knowledge of the law and diligence.<br>
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<b style="color:maroon">Mitchell Vacancy</b><br>
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<b>Neil Cohen - Qualified</b><br>
Judge Neil Cohen is "Qualified" for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Judge Cohen was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1976. He served as an Associate Judge from 2009 through 2022 when he was appointed a Circuit Court Judge by the Illinois Supreme Court. He currently sits in General Chancery. There, he is respected for his knowledge of the law and diligence in his work habits. He is well respected for his legal ability, integrity, and judicial experience. However, he is faulted for his unpredictable temperament. The committee is persuaded that he is committed to improving his temperament sufficiently to find him qualified to serve as a Circuit Court Judge.<br>
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<b>Wende Williams - Not Recommended</b><br>
Wende Williams declined to participate in the Judicial Evaluation Committee (JEC) screening process and, therefore, according to The Chicago Bar Association’s governing resolution for the JEC, is automatically found NOT RECOMMENDED.<br>
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<b style="color:maroon">Murphy Vacancy</b><br>
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<b>Lori Ann Roper - Not Recommended</b><br>
Lori Ann Roper is "Not Recommended" for the office of Circuit Judge. Ms. Roper was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1994 and has served as an Assistant Public Defender in the Law Office of the Cook County Public Defender for 26 years. Ms. Roper is currently a supervisor in the Felony Trial Division. Concerns about the candidate's candor and judgement regarding personal financial challenges resulted in a "Not Recommended" finding.<br>
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<b>Edward Joseph Underhill - Qualified</b><br>
Pursuant to section 34 of The Chicago Bar Association’s Judicial Evaluation Committee’s Governing Resolution, The Executive Committee has voted to issue a “Qualified” rating for Edward Jospeh Underhill’s current Circuit Court Judge candidacy.<br>
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<b style="color:maroon">Propes Vacancy</b><br>
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<b>Debjani 'Deb' Desai - Qualified</b><br>
Debjani Desai is "Qualified" for the office of Circuit Court Judge. Ms. Desai was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 2008. She is currently the General Counsel for the Illinois Office of the Controller. Prior to that she was an administrative law judge at the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. She began her career as an Assistant State's Attorney, first in the Child Protection and Enforcement Unit and then prosecuting cases in the Financial Crimes and Public Corruption Unit. Ms. Desai is well regarded for her knowledge of the law, diverse legal experience, and excellent demeanor.<br>
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<b>Russ Hartigan - Highly Qualified</b><br>
Russell W. Hartigan is "Highly Qualified" for the office of Circuit Court. Mr. Hartigan was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1976 and practiced law from 1977-2010 concentrating in civil trial, workers' compensation, municipal and appellate practice matters. Mr. Hartigan has handled a number of appeals in both the State and Federal Courts and authored many articles in the ISBA Journal. Mr. Hartigan was appointed to the Circuit Court of Cook County in 2010 and served as a judge until 2017. Mr. Hartigan is currently practicing law with a suburban firm. Mr. Hartigan has extensive experience as a lawyer and as a judge and possesses all the requisite qualifications to serve as an Appellate Court Justice.Jack Leyhanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15884163579967286888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24546933.post-80639710722253631992024-03-12T17:51:00.002-05:002024-03-12T19:39:10.153-05:00CBA releases narrative explanations of its Cook County judicial candidate ratings<div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUQ5FNXizdS1EedR-vn6zAYE5WcwK7XHsjccgkg0R4B7cawOolGFdQAEfv_xBd8JJ6Z-tNGK9RyJ1CWxy4pryqKB6-P2UW2XL1j0XoKjxbVvG9_qLVi43z9y9ohj_HPQdR1rt0CC8Elx6Jl5JECemuHwQ7kRlvU-6JaxgN6w6eIiuMpfBGK28c/s228/CBA%20150th%20logo.jpg" style="display: block; padding: 1em 0; text-align: center; clear: left; float: left;"><img alt="" border="0" width="200" data-original-height="221" data-original-width="228" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUQ5FNXizdS1EedR-vn6zAYE5WcwK7XHsjccgkg0R4B7cawOolGFdQAEfv_xBd8JJ6Z-tNGK9RyJ1CWxy4pryqKB6-P2UW2XL1j0XoKjxbVvG9_qLVi43z9y9ohj_HPQdR1rt0CC8Elx6Jl5JECemuHwQ7kRlvU-6JaxgN6w6eIiuMpfBGK28c/s200/CBA%20150th%20logo.jpg"/></a></div>The <a href="https://www.chicagobar.org/">Chicago Bar Association</a> has released its ratings of candidates running in next week's primary election.<br>
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The ratings themselves were released at the end of last week (March 8), and are available <a href="https://www.chicagobar.org/CBA/Committees_Groups/Judicial_Evaluation/Judicial_Voters_Guide/CBA/JEC/Judicial_Voters_Guide.aspx?hkey=e12a58d4-9569-45a9-bdc4-fca5a1dc22b8">at this link</a>. The complete Judicial Voters Guide, which contains the narrative explanations of the CBA's ratings, is in the process of being linked from this page this evening. As of 5:00 p.m. this evening (March 12), the link was not live, but FWIW has been advised that it will be live very soon.<br>
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Meanwhile, we have the narratives here.<br>
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In this post, we will look at the CBA's explanations of its ratings in the contested primary races for the Supreme and Appellate Court. In separate posts later this evening, we will publish the CBA's ratings in <a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/cba-publishes-narrative-explanations-of.html">contested countywide races</a> and in <a href="https://leyhane.blogspot.com/2024/03/cba-releases-narrative-explanations-of_12.html">contested subcircuit races</a>.<br>
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In releasing its ratings, the CBA explained that its non-partisan evaluations are the product of a comprehensive, peer-to-peer review process conducted as a long-standing public service by the CBA’s Judicial Evaluation Committee. Candidates who submit a questionnaire and participate in the screening process are evaluated based on seven criteria: integrity, legal knowledge, legal ability, professional experience, judicial temperament, diligence, and punctuality.<br>
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Candidates must also participate in a personal interview before members of the evaluation committee. They must receive a 60 percent favorable vote of the hearing panel members to receive a “Qualified” finding and an 80 percent favorable vote to receive a “Highly Qualified” finding. Candidates who receive less than a 60 percent favorable vote receive a “Not Recommended” finding, as do candidates who decline to participate in the evaluation process.<br>
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"With 69 judicial candidates on the ballot this primary, it is imperative for each candidate's qualifications to be accessible to Cook County voters," said Michelle Carey, Chair of the CBA's Judicial Evaluation Committee. "The CBA's 'Judge Smart Pocket Guide' is a valuable tool to help voters cast smart and informed votes for judicial candidates."<br>
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<b style="color:gray"><span style="font-size: large;">Supreme Court</span></b><br>
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<b style="color:maroon">Vacancy of the Hon. Anne M. Burke</b><br>
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<b>Joy Virginia Cunningham - Highly Qualified</b><br>
Justice Joy V. Cunningham is “Highly Qualified” for Justice of the Illinois Supreme Court. Justice Cunningham was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1982. She has served with distinction at every level of the judiciary. Justice Cunningham is highly respected for her legal knowledge and ability, unquestioned integrity and outstanding temperament.<br>
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<b>Jesse G. Reyes - Highly Qualified</b><br>
Justice Jesse G. Reyes is "Highly Qualified" for the office of Justice of the Illinois Supreme Court. Justice Reyes was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1984 and served as a Cook County Associate Judge from 1997-2008; Circuit Court of Cook County Judge from 2008- 2012; and as a Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court from 2012-present. Justice Reyes is well regarded for his diligence, judicial experience, and passionate commitment to the law and our justice system.<br>
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<b style="color:gray"><span style="font-size: large;">Appellate Court</span></b><br>
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<b style="color:maroon">Vacancy of the Hon. Joy V. Cunningham</b><br>
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<b>Cynthia Y. Cobbs - Highly Qualified</b><br>
Justice Cynthia Cobbs is "Highly Qualified" for the office of Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court. Justice Cobbs was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1988. Justice Cobbs has over 20 years of Appellate experience as a judge and with the Administrative Offices of Illinois Courts. She has the highest rate of disposition of cases in her division and a very high affirmance rate for the decisions she has authored. Justice Cobbs has an excellent reputation among her peers and counsel appearing before her for oral argument. She is active in the profession and in the community and is a tremendous asset to the Illinois judiciary.<br>
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<b>Carolyn J. Gallagher - Highly Qualified</b><br>
Judge Carolyn Gallagher is "Highly Qualified" for the office of Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court. Judge Gallagher was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1982 and was elected to the Circuit Court of Cook County in 2016. Judge Gallagher is currently assigned to the Probate Division. Judge Gallagher clerked for an Appellate Court Justice from 1982-1985 and during her legal career she had extensive trial and appellate practice experience. Judge Gallagher is highly regarded for her knowledge of the law, legal ability, and strong credentials in legal research and legal writing.<br>
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<b style="color:maroon">Vacancy of the Hon. Mathias W. Delort</b><br>
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<b>Celia Louise Gamrath - Highly Qualified</b><br>
Judge Celia Gamrath is “Highly Qualified” for the office of Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court. Judge Gamrath was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1994. Judge Gamrath has almost three decades of experience as an appellate clerk, and as an appellate lawyer in private practice, including 13 years as a judge. She has demonstrated that she is a capable and fair judge in difficult assignments and is highly regarded for her legal knowledge, preparedness, temperament and work ethic by the attorneys who appear before her.<br>
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<b>Leonard Murray - Qualified</b><br>
Judge Leonard Murray is "Qualified" for the office of Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court. Judge Murray was admitted to practice law in Illinois in 1974 and is highly regarded for his legal knowledge, ability and fairness. Before his appointment to the bench, Judge Murray had extensive appellate court experience and drafted an instruction manual for judges in the Eviction Courts.Jack Leyhanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15884163579967286888noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-24546933.post-69862772737081860252024-03-09T18:45:00.004-06:002024-03-15T19:14:05.792-05:00Kim Przekota: In her own words<i>Kim Przekota is a candidate for the Daleo vacancy in the 11th Subcircuit. Her punch number is 163.</i><br>
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My name is Kim Przekota. I am running for judge in Cook County’s 11th judicial subcircuit. I am writing this letter to introduce myself by speaking briefly about my personal life, my professional career/qualifications and my campaign supporters.<br>
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Personal life: I was born and raised in Eugene, Oregon. I attended college and graduate school at Iona College in New York where I was a Division I two-sport athlete. I was one of two Iona students selected to attend Oxford University, where I studied medieval history. After graduating with a bachelor of arts and master of arts in history, I moved to Chicago and attended law school at DePaul University College of Law. I graduated from DePaul and married my college sweetheart, Chris Przekota. We now have three children (ages 8, 6 and 3) and live in Park Ridge. I am active in the community. Most notably, driven by a love of sports, I transitioned from athlete to coach, and I enjoy nothing more than giving back and teaching important life skills to young people as an age-group and high school coach. I have coached for nearly 20 years.<br>
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Professional career/qualifications: I am lawyer and a career public servant, with over 15 years of hands-on courtroom experience. As a prosecutor, I advocate on behalf of the people of Cook County. I am currently a “first chair” in a felony courtroom at 26th and California. Over the past two and a half years, I litigated more than 10 murder trials, the majority of which were juries. In that same time frame, I was part of an all-female team of prosecutors that litigated a high-profile triple murder jury (one defendant ended up pleading guilty on the last day of trial and testifying against his two co-defendants) involving the murder of a retired Chicago Fire Department Lieutenant. It is important to note that I am also a firm believer in problem solving courts, specifically those geared towards helping individuals who struggle with addiction and mental illness.<br>
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During the course of my legal career, I worked in various different courthouses across the county, such as 26th Street, Skokie and numerous city branch courts. As a result, I have handled multiple different types of cases in a variety of different procedural stages, such as traffic, domestic violence, misdemeanors and felonies, as well as bond hearings, preliminary hearings, grand jury lock-ins/indictments, pre-trial motions, post-trial motions, and sentencing hearings. I have been fortunate to appear before qualified, experienced and knowledgeable judges, each with their own unique backgrounds and abilities, who provided a wonderful example of what it is to be a great judge. I experienced firsthand the important role judges have on the administration of justice. I recognize the positive impact judges can have on people’s lives when they are not only experienced, hardworking and knowledgeable, but also when they treat people with respect and fairness, and when they rule based on the law and the evidence.<br>
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Campaign supporters: I have worked hard and am grateful for all of my campaign support. I am proud to have earned positive bar ratings from all evaluating bar associations. As the endorsed democratic candidate in the race, I have support from notable 11th subcircuit political figures including but not limited to: Senate President Don Harmon, Senators Laura Murphy and Rob Martwick, Aldermen Jim Gardiner and Chris Taliaferro, and Committeepersons Joe Cook, Frank Avino, Jr. and Barrett Pederson. Additionally, I have received endorsements from Personal PAC, the Coalition PAC, the Italian American Political Coalition, Chicago Federation of Labor and individual labor unions including Chicago Fire Fighters Local 2, IBEW Local 134, IUOE Local 399, Plumbers Local 130, Teamsters Local 700, IUEC Local 2 and Ironworkers Local 63, to name a few. And, last but certainly not least, I have the unending and unwavering support of my family, friends and co-workers.<br>
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In closing, within the context of my personal life, professional career/qualifications and campaign supporters, my experience, work-ethic and desire to always be fair, make me qualified serve as a judge. What is more, I have a desire to continue to serve the public—to me public service is about working hard and doing the right thing. I have based my entire legal career on those two principles. If win this election, I will continue to serve the public proudly by working hard and doing the right thing from the bench.<br>
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Thank you.Jack Leyhanehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15884163579967286888noreply@blogger.com0